Services Implementation Project Manager Sr.

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- Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

About the opportunity

The Implementation Project Manager is responsible for managing customer-specific engagements to implement Ascender Pay (Dayforce aPay) as the payroll engine, including integration with upstream systems such as HRIS, time and attendance, and finance platforms.

Leveraging Dayforce's implementation methodology, the Project Manager drives delivery according to agreed scope, timeline, and budget, ensuring high customer satisfaction. The role manages multiple concurrent projects and works closely with consultants, upstream system owners, and third-party vendors in a matrix environment.

The Project Manager is accountable for end-to-end payroll implementation, including planning, integration coordination, testing, payroll validation, and transition to support, with a strong focus on payroll accuracy, compliance, and operational readiness.

What you’ll get to do

• Manage multiple concurrent payroll implementation projects ensuring quality, on-time and on-budget delivery
• Drive key payroll milestones including design, integration, testing, parallel runs, and go-live
• Coordinate upstream integrations (HRIS, T&A, Finance) ensuring data accuracy and readiness
• Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and payroll validation activities including reconciliation and variance analysis
• Manage payroll cutover planning and execution
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation across all phases
• Identify and manage payroll risks including data integrity, integration dependencies, and compliance requirements
• Oversee payroll validation, reconciliation, and sign-off processes
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and regulatory requirements
• Establish governance and controls to minimise defects and rework
• Manage stakeholder communication and expectations
• Transition customers to post-go-live support
• Prepare and manage change requests

Skills and experience we value

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years’ experience in payroll and/or HCM system implementations
• Proven experience leading payroll implementations or payroll-related projects
• Experience with upstream system integrations (HRIS, T&A, Finance)
• Experience delivering end-to-end payroll solutions including UAT and go-live
• Experience managing large-scale, multi-vendor programs
• Strong commercial acumen and project financial management
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, controls, and compliance
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a matrix environment
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

What would make you really stand out

• Experience implementing one or more of the following applications: SalesForce.com, ADP, SAP, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, Kronos, Ultimate, Oracle HR/Payroll, PeopleSoft, Workday, Oracle.
• PMI/PMP certification preferred

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.

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