DayForce Implementation Consultant - Remote/Hybrid

Next Generation Inc; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Generation, Inc. seeks an experienced DayForce Implementation Consultant to support deployment of Ceridian DayForce across diverse clients. You will participate in discovery, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support, gathering requirements and guiding clients through the implementation lifecycle.

The role may be fully remote or hybrid in Dallas, Texas. You should bring 3–5 years of software implementation experience, strong SQL/XML skills, and a solid HRIS/HCM

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3–5 years of software implementation experience.
• Experience with SaaS/Cloud HRIS/HCM platforms.
• Experience with multiple HRIS systems (listed).
• Proficiency in SQL and XML.
• Strong MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans to ensure timely, on-budget delivery.
• Lead client discovery sessions, document business requirements, and map them to DayForce functionality.
• Configure Ceridian DayForce modules to meet client needs.
• Facilitate solution design, configuration, unit testing, integration testing, training, and deployment activities.
• Conduct consulting sessions and prepare meeting documentation.
• Attend internal project meetings and provide updates on tasks, deliverables, and risks.
• Advise clients on DayForce best practices to maximize ROI.
• Collaborate with internal teams, client stakeholders, and third-party partners to ensure successful implementation.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of employee data.
• Perform data audits and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide post-deployment consulting in assigned functional areas.
• Develop SQL scripts and XML transformations for integrations and interfaces.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert for assigned functional areas.
• Support Organizational Readiness activities to prepare clients for solution rollout.
• Review client policies and recommend improvements.

Skills

Software implementation

SaaS/Cloud

SQL

XML

HRIS/HCM

Project management

Requirements gathering

Change management

Client communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Ceridian DayForce

Salesforce

SAP

PeopleSoft

JD Edwards

Kronos

Oracle HR/Payroll

Job description

Next Generation, Inc. seeks an experienced DayForce Implementation Consultant to support deployment of Ceridian DayForce across diverse clients. You will participate in discovery, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support, gathering requirements and guiding clients through the implementation lifecycle.

The role may be fully remote or hybrid in Dallas, Texas. You should bring 3–5 years of software implementation experience, strong SQL/XML skills, and a solid HRIS/HCM