Dayforce Payroll Implementation Consultant

Title: Dayforce Payroll Implementation Consultant

Location: Ottawa, ON - open to Remote/Hybrid and in- person

Duration: 1-2 year contract

Requirements:

• Experience implementing or supporting Ceridian Dayforce Payroll.
• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll implementations, including configuration, data conversion, and testing.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance, taxation, garnishments, year-end, and remittances (Canada and/or U.S.).
• Proficiency in Dayforce configuration tools, pay setup, and report generation.
• Ability to analyze payroll results, troubleshoot discrepancies, and apply corrections efficiently.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills with a consultative approach.
• Strong project management and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with HRIS integrations (benefits, GL, timekeeping, or accounting systems).
• Ceridian Certified Payroll Professional or related Dayforce certification.
• Experience with multi-jurisdictional payroll and unionized environments.
• Prior consulting or system implementation experience with a Ceridian Partner or SI firm.
• Working knowledge of Dayforce APIs, data imports, and reporting tools.
• Understanding of change management and process re-engineering within HR and Payroll environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, HR, Business, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).