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Dayforce Benefits Implementation Consultant

Next Generation Inc., Dallas, TX, United States


Job Title
Dayforce Benefits Implementation Consultant

Job Summary
EnForce Consulting, an HR-Path Company, is seeking a

Dayforce Benefits Implementation Consultant

to support the successful deployment of

Ceridian Dayforce Benefits and Open Enrollment solutions

across a diverse client base. This role participates in all phases of the implementation lifecycle, including discovery, configuration, testing, deployment, and post–go-live support, with a primary focus on benefits administration and annual open enrollment events. The Consultant is responsible for gathering benefits-specific requirements, configuring Dayforce Benefits modules, managing client expectations, identifying risks, and communicating effectively with Project Managers and client stakeholders. This role may also provide Organizational Readiness consulting and guidance to Associate Consultants, especially related to benefits communications and employee‑facing readiness. We are very open to candidates who have

benefits implementation experience in another HRIS or benefits administration platform

and are excited and ready to be cross‑trained and certified in

Ceridian Dayforce . This role can be

fully remote , or

hybrid in Dallas, Texas .

Job Responsibilities

Develop and manage project plans to ensure timely, on-budget delivery of Dayforce Benefits implementations

Lead benefits-focused client discovery sessions, document requirements, and translate them into Dayforce configuration

Configure Dayforce Benefits modules, including plan setup, eligibility rules, enrollment rules, rates, and employee self‑service

Support and lead

open enrollment planning, configuration, testing, and client readiness

activities

Facilitate solution design, configuration, unit testing, integration testing, training, and deployment activities related to benefits

Conduct consulting sessions (phone, video, or in person) and prepare meeting notes and deliverables

Partner closely with Project Managers to provide updates on tasks, timelines, deliverables, risks, and dependencies

Advise clients on Dayforce and benefits administration best practices to maximize efficiency and employee experience

Collaborate with internal teams, client stakeholders, and third‑party vendors (carriers, brokers, integrations)

Ensure accuracy and integrity of employee and benefits data

Perform benefits data audits and recommend corrective actions

Provide post‑go‑live consulting support for benefits administration and open enrollment cycles

Support benefits‑related integrations and file feeds, including carrier interfaces

Serve as a subject‑matter expert for Dayforce Benefits functionality

Support Organizational Readiness activities, including employee communications and enrollment readiness

Review client benefits policies and plan designs and provide recommendations aligned with industry best practices

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Human Resources, or a related field

3–5 years of software or HRIS implementation experience with a strong focus on

Benefits Administration

Hands‑on experience implementing benefits and open enrollment within SaaS/Cloud HCM platforms

Experience with one or more of the following systems: Ceridian Dayforce (preferred), Workday, UKG, ADP, Ultimate, SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, or other benefits administration systems

Strong understanding of benefits administration processes, including eligibility, enrollments, life events, and open enrollment

Experience supporting or leading

annual open enrollment cycles

Experience in business process mapping; change management experience is a plus

Working knowledge of benefits‑related data files, integrations, and interfaces

Proficiency in SQL and XML is a plus

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Ability to manage multiple clients and project workstreams simultaneously

Strong facilitation skills for workshops and client‑facing sessions

Highly detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently

Excellent communication, collaboration, and time‑management skills

Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment (especially during open enrollment seasons)

Willingness to travel on a limited basis

Job Benefits

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

Short‑term and long‑term disability (STD/LTD)

Paid holidays

Competitive FTE salary range based on experience, education, and location

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