HRIS Specialist

Role Overview

• Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for Dayforce HCM.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize modules including Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Time & Attendance, Recruiting, Compensation, Performance, and Analytics.
• Act as system owner for additional HR technology platforms (e.g., Pave, Culture Amp, Built), ensuring proper configuration, integrations, user access, and data integrity.
• Oversee system integrations between Dayforce and other HR tools, ensuring accurate and secure data flow.
• Manage system updates, testing cycles, and release deployments across platforms.
• Administer user roles, permissions, and access controls in alignment with governance standards.
• Partner with vendors to manage service contracts, system enhancements, and issue resolution.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee employee lifecycle transactions (hires, terminations, job changes, compensation updates).
• Maintain strong data governance standards, documentation, and audit trails.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and data privacy requirements.
• Manage data imports/exports and support integration integrity between HRIS and other systems (e.g., Payroll).
• Support data security reviews and access audits across the HR tech stack.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, custom reports, and analytics tools to support leadership decision-making.
• Design automated and self-service reporting solutions for stakeholders.
• Generate recurring reports related to payroll, benefits, workforce demographics, engagement, time-off utilization, and budgeting.
• Support organizational initiatives through data insights (e.g., engagement surveys, workforce planning).
• Identify trends and opportunities for process optimization using predictive and descriptive analytics.
• Continuously explore advancements in HR technology, analytics, automation, and AI to enhance system capability.
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for Dayforce inquiries through internal ticketing systems.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, SOPs, and training materials.
• Deliver training tailored to HR, Payroll, People Leaders, and end-users.
• Support onboarding/offboarding access processes and ensure secure system transitions.
• Promote system adoption and continuous learning across the organization.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and streamline workflows across the HR tech ecosystem.
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, Payroll and IT to align system capabilities with business needs.
• Lead change management efforts for system enhancements and new functionality.
• Evaluate and recommend new HR technology solutions as organizational needs evolve.
• Ensure every system enhancement balances operational excellence with a strong employee experience lens.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive HRIS administration experience, with hands-on expertise in Ceridian Dayforce.
• Strong knowledge of HCM processes including Payroll, Benefits, Time & Attendance, and Core HR.
• Experience administering or supporting additional HR technology platforms (e.g., compensation, engagement, performance, or employer branding tools).
• Demonstrated experience building complex reports and dashboards for senior leadership.
• Strong data analysis and statistical interpretation skills.
• Solid understanding of employment legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting data integrity and audits.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

Benefits

• competitive benefits package
• bonus opportunities
• generous paid time off
• paid holidays
• programs designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance