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Payroll Implementation Specialist

United States, Los Angeles · Job Posted May 20, 2026
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We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Dayforce/Ceridian Payroll Implementation Specialist to support a large-scale payroll transformation initiative for a growing organization with approximately 3,000 employees across multiple states and a $30M payroll environment. The client is approximately one year into their Dayforce/Ceridian implementation and is looking to add an experienced professional who can provide operational support, project coordination, and implementation expertise throughout the rollout process. This position will play a critical role in partnering with leadership, payroll teams, and local management to help drive implementation efforts, improve communication across departments, and ensure a smooth transition within a complex multi-state payroll environment. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, hands-on role where both strategic coordination and day-to-day execution are required.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide hands-on support for the ongoing Dayforce/Ceridian payroll implementation
  • Assist with payroll system rollout, testing, troubleshooting, and operational coordination
  • Support multi-state payroll processes for a 3,000-employee workforce
  • Partner closely with leadership teams and local management throughout the implementation
  • Coordinate communication across payroll, HR, operations, and other internal departments
  • Help identify process improvements and implementation efficiencies
  • Assist with issue resolution, process documentation, and transition support
  • Ensure payroll compliance and accuracy during implementation activities

Requirements

  • Extensive experience with Dayforce/Ceridian payroll implementations
  • Strong background supporting large, multi-state payroll environments
  • Experience working in organizations with complex payroll operations and high employee volume
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with leadership and operational teams
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and project coordination skills
  • Hands-on approach with the ability to balance implementation support and operational execution
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Free online training
  • Access to top jobs
  • Competitive compensation
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