Payroll Specialist III

Dayforce US, Inc.; Minnesota; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayforce US, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Specialist III to join their Managed Team, where you will oversee the payroll cycle and ensure compliance with legislative and contractual obligations. This role values analytical and problem-solving skills, requiring significant payroll experience and the ability to engage with clients effectively. The position offers flexibility with remote work options across the United States and promotes personal and professional growth, supported by a commitment to community and employee well-being.

Benefits

Time away from work programs

Comprehensive wellness initiatives

Recognition through competitive pay

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• 3 years of payroll processing experience in a high-volume operation.
• Strong understanding of payroll, benefits, and taxation.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Ensure payroll cycle accuracy and timely processing.
• Handle client inquiries and resolve payroll issues.
• Conduct quality control audits to ensure low error rates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Monday, August 4, 2025 at 3:59 AM

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region. Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce. Our brand promise - Makes Work Life Better TM - Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

Location: Work is what you do, not where you go. For this role, we are open to remote work and can hire anywhere in the United States.

About the opportunity

Dayforce is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist III to join our Dayforce Managed Team. We service our clients by supporting the complete employee life cycle including payroll, workforce management, benefits, and contact center; allowing the client to focus on their core business.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the area of payroll and a strong working knowledge of benefits, workforce management and tax. They will also have the ability to interface with clients and to use critical thinking skills to resolve complex problems.

What you’ll get to do

• Responsible for ensuring all aspects of the payroll cycle, including tax, benefits, garnishments, etc. are processed, reconciled, audited and transmitted accurately and timely
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll impacting changes, tax forms, payments and payroll processing for assigned clients
• Responsible for quality control and auditing to ensure accuracy and low error or defect percentage
• Work with cross-functional internal partners to resolve client payroll matters and employee inquiries
• Provide Payroll support services to clients according to Dayforce contract, legislative requirements and business needs
• Establish and maintain a deep understanding of customer’s requirements and their changing needs to ensure services delivered are as per contractual obligations and in accordance with customer SLAs.
• Create, update and review standard operating procedures and performs quarterly document reviews
• Have an “I own it” attitude about deliverables and projects from start to finish
• Manage client and consumer related tasks within the case management system ensuring all documentation is complete, accurate, and timely
• Proactively manage quarter, and year-end payroll auditing and processing
• Think and act ahead, spot opportunities and act accordingly and proactively contribute to process improvements

Skills and experience we value

• 3 years of end to end payroll processing experience (across Canada) in a high-volume payroll operation (2000+ employee population)
• Experience and a clear understanding of payroll, benefits and taxation and an understanding of applicable legislative requirements
• Ability to resolve client’s issues and provide superior customer service to internal and external partners
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly, technically, and effectively with customers and internal partners
• Good analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, intermediate Excel, and PowerPoint

What would make you really stand out

• Experience in the payroll outsourcing or consulting industry preferred
• Experience working in a case management system is preferred
• Industry related certifications or desire to obtain within two years of employment
• Experience with Dayforce HCM or similar cloud payroll technology
• Strong working knowledge of quality control and auditing standards
• A desire to continually learn
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with clients and internal team members

What’s in it for you

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.

Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.

About the Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

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