Dayforce General Ledger (GL) Implementation Consultant

Putting people first, every day
 

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO Digital is looking for a Dayforce General Ledger Implementation Consultant to join our People Experience team, with the ability to work from anywhere in Canada. The individual will own the following responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the GL implementation lifecycle which includes consulting with the client to collect, document and validate functional requirements, solution design, configuration, unit and integration testing, training, and deployment

• Apply functional and technical expertise to effectively execute requirements

• Partner with client project managers and executives throughout the implementation

• Engage with key client stakeholders such as Controllers, Accountants, and Financial Officers to analyze and document their specific GL posting requirements

• Consult and advise clients through the implementation process on best practices that maximize value and return on investment

• Collaborate with the project team, internal partners, external clients, and third parties to ensure a successful delivery

• Provide internal status updates, noting issues/risks with recommended resolution to Green

• Effectively manage multiple projects and clients at the same time with multiple competing priorities and to coach others to work effectively

• Implement Organizational Readiness best practices in preparation for rollout

• Train client staff for them to capably perform day-to-day activities

• Manage multiple client/project engagements simultaneously

• Identify best practices/lessons learned & document/share internally

• Complete new release training as needed & be our expert on Dayforce

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration

• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work

• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients

• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent

• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace

• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Your experience and education

• 2+ years of Human Capital Management (HCM) implementation experience (Dayforce experience is preferred however similar solutions such as UKG, ADP, etc. will also be considered)

• Practical knowledge of accounting and payroll, production environment and implementation practices

• Deep proficiency with XML/XSLT and experience with Data Conversion tools/processes (ETLV)

• High level of proficiency creating HR, Payroll, Benefits 834 or Cobra files using XML/XSLT methodology.

• Understanding of common Human Capital Management (HCM) business practices

• Relationship management and consulting acumen – asking the right question to design the right solution

• Ceridian Integration and Ceridian Data Conversion Certification is an asset

• Understanding & developing relational databases & SQL is an asset

• Self-motivated, articulate & able to engage audiences

Why BDO?
Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences. 

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways: 

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada. 

• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development. 

• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

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