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Dayforce HCM WFM/Payroll Consultant

AXL Global Consulting
Department:HR Consultant
Type:REMOTE
Region:USA
Location:United States
Experience:Mid-Senior Level
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Job Description

Posted on: September 25, 2026

AXL Global Consulting is looking for experienced individuals to join our Dayforce Human Capital/Workforce Management consulting team. As an HCM/WFM Consultant, you will be responsible for assisting clients with the management and day-to-day tasks of implementing the Dayforce HCM & WFM software solution including requirements gathering, process design, system configuration, testing, and go-live. You must demonstrate strong client management and project management skills while executing the implementation initiatives that solve real business problems.


AXL hires people with a broad set of skills who are ready to tackle some of the industry’s greatest challenges. You should have a technical mindset and be comfortable problem solving with multiple systems. This is a functional consulting position; however knowledge of the technical aspects of software implementations such as System Integration or Report Writing is a big plus.


Ideal candidates are fast learners and great communicators who can support the needs of our organization, your clients and our partners. You must be resourceful and possess outstanding customer service and strong analytical skills.


Ideal candidates are fast learners and great communicators who can support the needs of our organization, your clients, and our partners. You must be resourceful and possess outstanding customer service and strong analytical skills.


This is a full-time, remote (USA or Canada) role.


Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate and engage with clients to understand business requirements and regulatory compliance needs.
  • Conduct workshops and meetings to gather functional and technical requirements for configuring Dayforce Payroll or Workforce Management.
  • Coordinate the day-to-day activities of the project, track progress and communicate issues/risks to ensure successful system delivery.
  • Work with the client to understand requirements and business needs
  • Solution design and gap analysis along with customization requirements
  • System Configuration including interfaces with applicable systems
  • Testing – including system test plan creation, unit testing, and parallel testing with client
  • Assist client with change management. Collect and analyze relevant data and take action accordingly.
  • Manage and resolve client issues
  • Train clients
  • Manage production plan
  • Create support plan and oversee transition to support
  • Collaboration with internal AXL team to assist fellow consultants where needed
  • Management of multiple projects simultaneously


Requirements:

  • Creative problem solving and business judgment
  • Experience working independently without daily supervision
  • Ability to multitask between different projects and clients
  • Client management experience required
  • Experience with WFM systems (UKG, Workbrain, Red Prairie, Dayforce, Novatime, etc.) required
  • Demonstrated experience with HCM/WFM solution concepts such as Time & Attendance, Entitlements, Accruals, Leave Management, Employee Scheduling, Attendance Management, Pay Rules and Benefits


Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Proven experience (typically 3-5 years) in implementing, configuring, and testing Dayforce HCM/WFM solutions or similar (PeopleSoft, SAP, ADP, Lawson, UKG (UltiPro and Kronos), Workbrain, Red Prairie, Novatime, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements OR workforce planning, scheduling, time tracking, and labor compliance regulations.
  • Proficiency in analyzing and working with large data sets including data transformation.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Expert proficiency with MSOffice Suite - specifically Excel, Word, Powerpoint.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
  • Full-time, US or Canada – remote.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Client management experience
  • Certification in Dayforce HCM or related HR/payroll systems).
  • SQL and XML knowledge is a plus
  • Relevant Certifications in HR, IT, WFM, and/or PROSCI are a plus


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