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Dayforce HRIS Specialist

Altis Recruitment

Oshawa, Ontario

Dayforce HRIS Specialist

Altis Recruitment

Oshawa, Ontario
 
Salary: From 37 to 45 per Hour
 

Location: Oshawa, ON (On-site)
Language: English, fluent written and spoken communication required
Job Type: Contract – 2 months (Potential to extend)
Background Check Requirement: Criminal Record Check and employment references required

About the Opportunity

Are you an HRIS professional who thrives at the intersection of people, process, and technology? This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible role where your Ceridian Dayforce expertise will directly support the accuracy, efficiency, and evolution of core HR systems across the organization.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with Senior Management, HR, Payroll, and IT partners within a complex, people-focused organization. Your work will help ensure employees are paid accurately, data is trusted, and systems continuously improve to support both day-to-day operations and long-term organizational goals. If you enjoy being the go-to expert and making systems work better for everyone, this role offers meaningful impact and variety.

What’s in it for You

You will join a collaborative, solutions-oriented environment that values continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. This is a role where your ideas are welcomed, your expertise is respected, and your contributions are visible. You can expect exposure to system enhancements, integrations, and cross-functional initiatives, along with the opportunity to deepen your Dayforce specialization and grow alongside experienced HR and Payroll leaders.

Your Responsibilities

  • In this role, you’ll configure, maintain, and enhance Dayforce modules including HR, Payroll, Time and Attendance, Benefits, and Talent.
  • You’ll support system implementations, upgrades, and testing cycles from planning through execution.
  • You’ll manage data integrity, audits, and system security controls with a strong eye for detail.
  • You’ll create and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytics to support informed decision-making.
  • You’ll troubleshoot system issues, provide user support and training, and document processes and best practices.

 

Skills and Qualifications

  • 2+ years of progressive HRIS or HR systems experience.
  • Hands-on Ceridian Dayforce experience, required.
  • Strong understanding of HR, Payroll, and Time and Attendance processes.
  • Experience with system configuration, reporting, and data analysis.
  • Ability to translate business requirements into effective system solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence working with diverse stakeholders.

 

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

 



We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

majella.de.freitas@altis.com

 

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About Altis Recruitment

Welcome on behalf on the Altis Recruitment team! Altis has a long-standing business relationship with the Defence community. For more than 30 years, we have been grateful to work alongside the Department of National Defence and countless military professionals. We know that family members of military personnel often make many personal sacrifices to support their loved ones. We understand that it can be difficult to pursue a career when embracing sudden changes like relocation and deployment. For some, this has meant putting a pause on career goals or professional development. We would like to provide you with everything you need for a successful and confident job search – in addition to access to job opportunities. Download the checklists our experts have created to help you be at your best from application to interview.