About Us:
Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Dayforce payroll expert to help stabilize and improve our global payroll environment. This is a fixed-term role focused on reviewing, diagnosing, correcting, and streamlining our Dayforce payroll system. The right person will be comfortable working hands-on in configuration, identifying what is not working, determining root causes, and implementing changes to improve data accuracy, simplify design, and increase system reliability. This is not a passive support role. You will be expected to actively fix and improve the system, not just analyze it.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
System Review, Diagnosis and Configuration (Primary Focus)
Assess current Dayforce payroll configuration, data structures, and processes to identify issues, inconsistencies, and unnecessary complexity
Perform root cause analysis of payroll defects, data issues, and process breakdowns
Directly configure and update Dayforce to resolve issues and improve system performance
Simplify and standardize pay rules, eligibility logic, data structures, and reporting outputs
Identify patterns and systemic issues to prevent recurring defects and reduce rework
Payroll System and Data Management
Serve as a subject matter expert for the Dayforce Payroll module
Support payroll operations from a systems perspective to ensure accuracy and stability
Investigate and resolve issues related to pay eligibility, data imports, integrations, and vendor files
Analyze downstream impacts of configuration and data changes
Analytics, Reporting and Insights
Develop and maintain reporting and dashboards to support payroll operations and decision making
Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
Define and maintain data definitions and reporting standards to improve consistency
Process Simplification and Improvement
Lead efforts to clean up and streamline payroll processes and system design
Identify inefficiencies and recommend changes that improve usability and reduce complexity
Partner with internal teams and vendors to improve data quality and system outcomes
Support targeted improvement efforts tied to stabilization and long-term sustainability
Business Partnership
Partner with stakeholders to understand business needs and connect them to system solutions
Clearly communicate system capabilities, limitations, and recommended changes
Act as a practical, solutions oriented partner focused on outcomes
Job Specifications:
A hands-on problem solver who does not just identify issues but fixes them
Strong systems thinker who understands how configuration decisions impact payroll outcomes
Focused on simplification, standardization, and long-term sustainability
Comfortable working directly in the system and partnering across teams
Experience working in a complex environment to find root cause of problems
Required Education and Experience:
5+ years of hands-on experience with Dayforce payroll required
Proven ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and configure Dayforce to resolve complex issues
Strong root cause and impact analysis skills across systems and data flows
Experience working with large, complex data sets
Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis
Experience with Workday HCM or other HR systems is a plus
Ability to assess business requirements against system functionality and identify gaps
Strong communication skills, clear and direct, able to explain technical concepts simply
Highly detail oriented with strong follow through and documentation discipline
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, problem-solving environment
Supervisory/Responsibility:
This is an individual contributor position with no direct reports.
Work Environment
This is a remote position
Position Type:
This is a fixed-term engagement focused on system cleanup, stabilization, and optimization
There may be potential for extension based on business needs and performance
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It’s not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job. This job description is subject to change at any time.
Th
e approximate pay range for this position is
$85,000-105,000
annually. Please note that the pay range is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting and may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and geographic location. Our complete benefits package includes: medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401k plan with company match.
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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.
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