WFM System Consultant

Align HCM

Dayforce WFM System Consultant guiding clients through implementations and configurations of Dayforce Workforce Management. Collaborating on various engagements in a remote-first environment.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead clients through end-to-end Dayforce WFM implementations, spanning requirements gathering, gap analysis, solution design, configuration, testing, rollout, and post-go-live support.
Configure and validate Dayforce WFM rules, including timekeeping policies, accrual plans, scheduling rules, pay code mappings, and workforce data integrations.
Create data mapping from source system(s) to Dayforce WFM, write functional specifications for customizations, and manage the testing and client acceptance of delivered solutions.
Create and maintain requirements documentation, design specifications, and project plans throughout the engagement lifecycle.
Engage clients with confidence, handle questions and feedback professionally, and build trust through consistent, high-quality delivery.
Escalate issues to peers, project managers, or practice leads in a timely and professional manner when needed.
Manage multiple client engagements concurrently, tracking your own time accurately, forecasting hours, and understanding and monitoring your own KPIs.
Present material and facilitate working sessions for client teams, demonstrating ownership of your work and a trusted advisor approach.
Provide best-practice recommendations to clients, drawing on growing Dayforce WFM expertise to help identify the right solutions for their needs.
Collaborate effectively with internal project teams, actively contribute as a team player, help others solve problems, and lead by example in day-to-day work.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience implementing Dayforce WFM, including configuration of timekeeping, scheduling, accruals, and pay rules.
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.
Dayforce WFM certification is a strong asset, or commitment to achieving certification as part of onboarding.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base Salary plus Incentive Pay
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance & Disability Coverages
Health Savings Account
401k Match Program
Unlimited Vacation Time

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Hard Skills & Tools

Dayforce WFMconfigurationtimekeeping policiesaccrual plansscheduling rulespay code mappingsdata mappingfunctional specificationstestingrequirements documentation

Soft Skills

client-facing confidenceownership mindsetaccountabilitycommunication skillsstakeholder engagementproblem-solvingteam playertrust buildingprofessionalismtime management

Certifications

Dayforce WFM certificationBachelor’s degree in BusinessBachelor’s degree in Information SystemsBachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering