Dayforce WFM System Consultant

Align HCM; Canada; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary plus Incentive Pay

GRSP with Employer Match

Medical Plan with Medavie Blue Cross

Extended Health Care

Life Insurance for you and your family

Travel Insurance

Job summary

Align HCM is seeking an experienced Dayforce WFM System Consultant to own the workforce management workstream in end-to-end Dayforce implementations, from discovery to post-go-live support. Translate client timekeeping and labor requirements into scalable Dayforce solutions and build strong client relationships while expanding your Dayforce expertise.

You will lead configuration of Time & Attendance and Scheduling, create data mappings, and drive testing, cutover planning, and knowledge

Qualifications

• 3+ years Dayforce implementation experience including WFM configuration.
• Experience delivering full end-to-end Dayforce deployments.
• Strong knowledge of timekeeping, scheduling, and labor practices.
• Experience writing test scenarios and defect resolution.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent client-facing communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Dayforce WFM implementations from discovery to post-go-live.
• Configure Time & Attendance and Scheduling, including pay policies and rules.
• Create data mappings and write functional specs for customizations.
• Build test scenarios and lead testing (unit, system, UAT).
• Plan cutover activities and go-live readiness.
• Facilitate workshops and produce design documents.
• Provide post-go-live support and knowledge transfer.
• Manage multiple client engagements and track KPIs.
• Escalate risks and contribute to practice best practices.
• Mentor teammates and stay current on Dayforce releases.

Skills

Dayforce WFM

End-to-end implementations

Client-facing

Timekeeping knowledge

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Dayforce Activate

SQL basics

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $80,000 CAD to $100,000 CAD

Thank you for your interest in joining Align HCM. Final offer decisions are based on a variety of factors, including skills, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related considerations. Unless otherwise noted, all posted positions represent current openings, and these roles may be filled by candidates from any country. Please note that application submissions are not reviewed by AI.

Description

Align HCM is looking for an experienced Dayforce WFM System Consultant to join our growing Dayforce practice. You will own the Workforce Management workstream on end-to-end Dayforce implementations, from discovery and solution design through configuration, testing, go-live, and post-go-live support. In this role, you will translate client timekeeping, scheduling, and labor requirements into practical, scalable Dayforce solutions, build client relationships grounded in trust, and keep growing your expertise across the Dayforce WFM product suite.

Primary Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Lead clients through end-to-end Dayforce WFM implementations, including discovery, requirements gathering, gap analysis, solution design, configuration, testing, cutover, go-live, and post-go-live support.
• Document and validate client business requirements and map them to Dayforce functionality, challenging requirements and recommending best practices where they add value.
• Configure and validate Dayforce Time & Attendance and Scheduling, including pay policies, pay codes, overtime and premium rules, attendance and accrual policies, scheduling rules, labor forecasting, and time clock (device) setup.
• Create data mapping from source timekeeping and scheduling systems to Dayforce, write functional specifications for customizations, and partner with integration resources on WFM-to-payroll data flows such as hours, pay codes, and accrual balances.
• Build test scenarios and lead WFM testing, including unit, system, and user acceptance testing (UAT) and pay rule validation against time and payroll results; research, triage, and document defects through resolution.
• Plan and support cutover activities, including accrual balance loads, schedule setup, device deployment, and go-live readiness.
• Facilitate client workshops and working sessions, and produce clear design documents, configuration workbooks, and meeting notes.
• Provide post-go-live support and knowledge transfer so client teams can confidently own and maintain their solution.
• Manage multiple client engagements concurrently, tracking your time accurately, forecasting hours, and monitoring your own KPIs.
• Escalate risks and issues to project managers or practice leads in a timely and professional manner.
• Contribute to the Align Dayforce practice by documenting best practices, sharing solutions, mentoring teammates, and staying current on each Dayforce release.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on Dayforce implementation experience, including direct configuration of Dayforce WFM (Time & Attendance, Scheduling, accruals, and pay policies).
• Experience delivering full end-to-end Dayforce implementations, from discovery through go-live and post-go-live support.
• Strong understanding of timekeeping, scheduling, and labor practices, including FLSA overtime, state meal and break rules, and union or collective bargaining rules.
• Experience writing test scenarios, leading testing cycles, and troubleshooting and documenting defects.
• Ownership mindset, with the ability to take accountability for your work, deliver low-defect output, and proactively manage your own time and performance targets.
• Client-facing confidence, with the ability to earn client trust, engage stakeholders professionally, and handle feedback constructively.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to present material and facilitate client working sessions.
• Ability to manage multiple clients concurrently, complete timesheets promptly, and meet or exceed utilization targets.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

These are strong pluses, not requirements. If you don’t check every box, we still encourage you to apply.

• Experience using Dayforce Activate implementation tooling.
• Prior experience at a Dayforce implementation partner (SI) or at Dayforce directly.
• Dayforce WFM certification, or a commitment to achieving certification as part of onboarding.
• Experience with additional Dayforce modules, such as Payroll, HR, Benefits, Recruiting, or Onboarding.
• Familiarity with Dayforce integration tools, data exchange methodologies, or the Dayforce Extensibility Framework; basic SQL or XML knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with labor forecasting and budgeting, or with multi-site hourly workforces in industries such as retail, healthcare, hospitality, or manufacturing.
• Experience with other WFM or HCM platforms, such as UKG (Kronos), Workday, or ADP.
• Background in HR operations, payroll processing, or workforce planning that brings practical context to client conversations.

Why Align HCM?

• Impact: Help organizations simplify pay and HR processes for thousands of employees.
• Growth: Continuous learning opportunities and the chance to deepen your UKG / Dayforce expertise.
• Flexibility: Remote-first culture with the tools and support you need to succeed from anywhere.
• Collaboration: Work with a team of experienced consultants who genuinely enjoy solving problems together.
• Variety: Every client is different—no two implementations are the same.

Align HCM provides professional development, ongoing training, and benefits to our outstanding remote team. Along with an open vacation policy and paid volunteer days, we offer:

• Base Salary plus Incentive Pay
• GRSP with Employer Match
• Medical Plan with Medavie Blue Cross
• Extended Health Care
• Life Insurance for you and your family
• Online Doctor ServiceTravel Insurance

Schedule:
This position follows US Eastern Time business hours, Monday through Friday.

Location:
Remote (Canada)

Align HCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our Aligners and are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Employment decisions at Align HCM are made without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical or mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other characteristic that makes our people unique.

We believe diversity fuels innovation and helps create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.