Job Description

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region.
Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce.
Our brand promise - Makes Work Life Better™- Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

About the opportunity
The Services Technical Consultant – General Ledger will manage and execute the entire implementation life cycle including planning, discovery, design, configuration, and deployment in addition to project and client management responsibilities, focusing on General Ledger requirements.
What you’ll get to do
• Develop and deploy implementation project plans and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and optimize return on investment
• Manage all aspects of the implementation process which includes collaborative consultation with the client, requirements definition, solution design, configuration, unit and integration testing, training, and full deployment
• Apply functional and technical expertise to effectively execute requirements definition, solution design, configuration, unit and integration testing, training, and full deployment
• Partner with client project managers and executives throughout implementation
• Consult and advise customers through the implementation process on best practices that maximize value and return on investment.
• Guide client through the appropriate order of features to successfully set up the General Ledger.
• Collaborate with the project team, internal partners, external client, and third parties to ensure the successful delivery of the time and attendance management system
• Engaging specific client contacts, such as Controllers, Accountants, and Financial Officers to complete analysis of client specific GL journal entry requirements
Skills and experience we value
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Accounting with IT.
• 1 Year in software implementation experience with a focus on Accounting
• Basic accounting knowledge or prior experience working in Accounting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in XML, XSLT, CSV and SQL
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively troubleshoot problems to identify root causes and recommend effective solutions
• Specific experience with Payroll modules within Workday, Ultimate, Lawson or ADP is strongly desired.
• Proven ability to document requirements, issues, and outcomes
What would make you really stand out
• Practical knowledge of payroll and time systems, production environment and implementation practices
• Excellent organization, communication (Bilingual - French and English is required) and collaboration skills
• Work closely with US and Canada colleagues, so need to cover EST hours.
• Night shift (5pm – 2am)

What’s in it for you
Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.
We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.
Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.
With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.
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