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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Dayforce Implementation Lead - **Company:** Kforce Inc. - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Data Security, Automated Data Processing (ADP), Data Storage Technologies, Ceridian Dayforce, Workday - **Published:** September 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/6d50e02a-c981-4952-893f-6abe887acadc ## About the Role * 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 ## Description 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 ## Related Videos - [Beyond Paychecks: Designing Reward Systems for a Meaningful Employee Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1777-beyond-paychecks-designing-reward-systems-for-a-meaningful-employee-experience) - [Intro to FastAPI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/462-intro-to-fastapi) - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [What if your HR software adapted to you, not the other way around?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100259-what-if-your-hr-software-adapted-to-you-not-the-other-way-around) - [Replacing Excel with SAP APIs & Python validation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1944-replacing-excel-with-sap-apis-python-validation) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023)