Dexterra Group

HCM Analyst – Dayforce Implementation

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
  • 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 (headcount, earnings, deductions, balances, historical payroll data)
  • Support parallel payroll testing, identify variances, and track data‑related issues to closure
  • Design custom Dayforce forms and configure automated workflows (including XML‑based workflow logic)
  • 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
  • Certified as a Great Place to Work 2025-2026
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
data mappingdata validationdata reconciliationdata cleansingdata integritysystem implementationpayroll processingHR system configurationXML-based workflow logicreporting
Soft Skills
analytical skillsattention to detailcommunication skillsproblem-solvingcollaborationbest-practice guidancedocumentationproject managementadaptabilitybilingual (English & French)