Dayforce HRIS Analyst

NinjaOne•Tampa, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced HRIS Analyst to join our global HR team with deep expertise in Dayforce, benefits configuration, onboarding, and system integrations. You will primarily own the front half of the hiring process, serving as the dedicated HRIS partner for benefits administration, candidate onboarding, and ATS-to-HRIS integrations. Partnering closely with HR, Benefits, Recruiting, IT, and Payroll, you will bring optimization thinking to systems that need it, ensure data accuracy and compliance, and communicate findings clearly to leadership and cross-functional partners at the right level. This is a hands-on role requiring strong Dayforce system admin experience, familiarity with custom XML forms and workflows, and a working knowledge of APIs and integrations. The ideal candidate takes ownership, works independently, and is committed to making HR technology more efficient every day. You will also maintain compliance documentation and controls to meet audit requirements.

Requirements

5+ years of HRIS system administration experience within a global company, with hands-on Dayforce expertise in Benefits, Payroll, and Onboarding modules required
Deep knowledge of benefits configuration, eligibility rules, enrollment processes, carrier integrations, and proven experience remediating and optimizing benefits modules
Proven experience with custom XML forms, workflow design, and system configurations within Dayforce
Working knowledge of integrations including APIs, FTP, webhooks, and data mapping; experience participating in integration implementations required
ATS experience required; Greenhouse strongly preferred
Familiarity with OKTA/SSO, NetSuite, SFDC, and Power BI; proficiency in Jira required, SQL a plus
Experience maintaining compliance documentation and audit controls
Ability to take complex system and technical findings and communicate them clearly to leadership and cross-functional partners at the right level of detail

Responsibilities

Configure, maintain, and optimize Dayforce modules with a strong focus on Benefits, Payroll, Onboarding, Recruiting, and Workflow
Design and maintain custom XML forms, workflows, validations, and approval processes
Identify system gaps and develop scalable solutions with a focus on benefits module optimization and long-term system efficiency
Manage security roles and permissions to ensure appropriate access and data protection
Design, build, and deliver standard and ad hoc workforce reports and dashboards across Dayforce, Excel, and Power BI, translating complex HR data into clear, actionable insights for leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
Own the front half of the hiring process from candidate application through new hire setup
Lead the Greenhouse-Dayforce integration implementation in partnership with TA Ops
Partner with Recruiting and HR to streamline applicant tracking, offer, and onboarding workflows
Design, maintain, and troubleshoot integrations using APIs, FTP, webhooks, and data mapping
Support integrations between Dayforce and third-party systems including ATS, benefits carriers, and payroll vendors
Collaborate with IT and vendors to resolve technical issues and implement enhancements
Develop and maintain detailed process documentation, controls, and audit evidence to meet compliance requirements
Conduct regular audits and quality checks to identify and correct data discrepancies
Support compliance with data privacy and security standards
Drive process improvements and automation opportunities across HR, Payroll, and Recruiting workflows
Participate in HRIS projects from planning through implementation, testing, and post-go-live support
Provide end-user training and documentation to improve adoption and system utilization
Serve as the dedicated HRIS partner for Benefits, Payroll, Recruiting, HR, and IT
Communicate system updates, findings, and recommendations clearly to leadership and cross-functional partners at the appropriate level
Additional duties as assigned