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Dayforce Implementation Lead

Kforce Technology StaffingSan Francisco, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 15 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers an exceptional opportunity to lead a global payroll transformation, developing your project management and system implementation skills within a reputable company. You'll thrive here if you possess extensive payroll expertise and a passion for driving impactful change in a collaborative, multinational environment. Apply today to take the next step in your career!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Posted
22 hours ago
ADPComplianceContinuous ImprovementLESSPayrollRequirements GatheringStakeholder ManagementWorkday

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Dayforce Implementation Lead in San Francisco, CA.

Duties

  • Help lead the participation in the global payroll transformation project, transitioning payrolls from multiple vendors to a unified global provider
  • Assist with UAT/Parallel testing for US and Canada
  • Lead the Australia system implementation, including planning, requirements gathering, testing, data validation, cutover and go-live for the
  • Partner with Technical and IT teams to support the build and implementation of approximately 15 Global integrations from third-party systems into the global payroll platform
  • Critically review new global processes, to ensure local requirements are flagged and appropriately considered
  • Collaborate with HR, Finance, Benefits, Technical and IT teams, and external vendors to ensure data accuracy
  • Assist with the migration and validation of data from legacy payroll systems into the new global payroll platform or data storage application
  • Develop and document payroll processes, policies, and controls to ensure compliance with local regulations and company standards
  • Enable adoption of new technology, systems and processes through change management, training and stakeholder engagement
  • Prepare and present regular project updates and payroll reports to senior leadership
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll data and ensure robust data security practices

REQUIREMENTS

  • Degree in Business or related discipline
  • Professional payroll certification (e.g. CPP or similar)
  • Project management certification
  • 12+ years of payroll experience including at least 6+ years in a managerial capacity at a fast-paced, high volume, high growth, multinational company
  • Experience working with large corporate payroll systems such as UKG, Dayforce, ADP, Workday
  • Experience managing payroll for globally mobile employees and In-Country - Providers
  • Experience with change management in a complex, fast-paced environment
  • Experience working as part of a geographically dispersed team
  • Experience in leading U.S., Canada, Australia payroll
  • Proven experience leading payroll transformation or system implementation projects, ensuring seamless integration and user adoption
  • Extensive stock payroll (RSU's, options, ESPP) related experience
  • Excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills
  • High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
  • Focus on continuous improvement and standardization of payroll operations and systems
  • Must be self-motivated, flexible and able to work under pressure
  • Please note that explicit experience with Dayforce and navigating complex multi-national payrolls (especially Australian modern awards/compliance) is highly critical

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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