Dexterra Group

HCM Analyst – Dayforce Implementation, 12 mos contract

Dexterra Group

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$90,000 per year

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About the role

  • Help shape the next evolution of our HR and Payroll ecosystem!
  • Support the full migration from ADP to Dayforce.
  • Work closely with our HR and Payroll Leads throughout the migration and implementation lifecycle.
  • Ensure data integrity, streamline processes, and enable a successful deployment of Dayforce modules across the organization.
  • Provide best‑practice guidance and ensure consistency of requirements across divisions.
  • Analyze, cleanse, and transform HR, Payroll, and Time & Attendance data from ADP as part of the full migration to Dayforce.
  • Identify, document, and support the resolution of project‑related issues such as system bugs, functional gaps, or conflicting business needs.
  • Maintain detailed as‑built system documentation related to configuration decisions and process design.
  • Develop data mapping strategies and perform data validation / reconciliation.
  • Support parallel payroll testing, identify variances, and track data‑related issues to closure.
  • Design custom Dayforce forms and configure automated workflows.
  • Build and maintain dashboards and reports for HR and Finance stakeholders.
  • Apply data governance best practices, including quality checks, audit support, and documentation.
  • Partner with the Business Analyst, Dayforce to support UAT, parallel payroll, and go‑live readiness.
  • Assist with system upgrades, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
  • Prepare ad‑hoc reports and respond to data‑related inquiries as required.
  • Contribute to the development of a broader IT Data Strategy.

Requirements

  • Post secondary education in Human Resources, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting HCM, Payroll, or Workforce Management system implementation or migration.
  • Hands‑on exposure to HR system implementations (Dayforce or ADP experience strongly preferred).
  • Strong analytical skills, including experience with Excel, SQL, or Power BI.
  • Ability to manage large, complex datasets with high attention to detail.
  • Solid understanding of HR processes such as payroll, benefits, and talent management.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical details for non‑technical audiences.
  • Bonus points if you're bilingual (English & French).
Benefits
  • Award winning safety culture
  • A flexible remote work model
  • Supportive team environment with room to grow together
  • Employee Referral Program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
data migrationdata cleansingdata transformationdata mappingdata validationdata reconciliationpayroll testingsystem configurationreport buildingdata governance
Soft Skills
analytical skillsattention to detailcommunication skillsproblem-solvingcollaborationbest-practice guidanceproject managementadaptabilitydocumentationstakeholder engagement