HCM System Administrator (Dayforce)

We are Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You'll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels.

The HCM System Administrator is expected to skillfully manage, maintain, and continuously enhance our Dayforce environment with a high level of detail and accuracy. This role will be responsible for system configuration, troubleshooting, data integrity, and supporting HR and business users in leveraging the system effectively. The role requires strong technical acumen, hands-on experience with HRIS platforms-particularly Dayforce-and a commitment to optimizing HR technologies for efficiency and effectiveness

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary administrator for Dayforce modules (e.g., Recruiting, Payroll, etc.)
• Configure and maintain system settings, workflows, forms, and enabling new technologies as released.
• Accurately track, document, and communicate all system changes, ensuring that all required approvals are obtained before implementation.
• Provide Tier 2 support to end users and HR Business Partners.
• Troubleshoot issues and coordinate with Dayforce Support or third-party vendors when needed.
• Ensure data integrity through regular audits, data validation, and clean-up activities.
• Participate in new module implementations, enhancements, and updates.
• Partner with HR, IT, and external consultants on project scoping, testing, and go-live support.
• Build, maintain, and optimize reports and dashboards using Dayforce reporting tools (e.g., Ad Hoc Reports).
• Provide insights to HR leadership through accurate and timely data delivery.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field, and
• Three (3) years of professional experience with Dayforce HCM system administration
• Understanding of HR processes and data structures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with system integrations

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated competency in system trouble-shooting and problem resolution for Dayforce HCM system
• Demonstrated proficiency in creating queries and reports from HCM system(s)
• Advanced analytical and quantitative skills and advanced MS Excel skills
• PC proficiency in MS Office and Outlook
• Exceptional project management skills with proven ability to meet deliverables in a complex, geographically dispersed organization
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all levels within the organization as evidenced by success in working collaboratively with others to effectively coordinate activities to accomplish tasks
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent written communication skills to create effective technical documentation and/or user training materials as required
• Comprehensive knowledge of legal and compliance issues in the HR, Payroll, and/or Benefits body of knowledge

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Works in an office setting and generally sedentary, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time
• May be required to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to efficiently operate computer keyboard and peripherals to accomplish tasks nearly 100% of work day
• Must be able to effectively communicate using telephone, screen-sharing, and/or web-ex or conference calls to accomplish tasks and collaborate efficiently with remote users and customers
• Occasional travel, including air travel and overnight stay(s) may be required

This position was posted on June 5, 2026 and we anticipate it will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period. We encourage your prompt application.

Successful, innovative, and fulfilling careers are built here, and your professional development is a high priority. We invest in your future through the latest training, tools, and technologies. Highly collaborative, we work together to solve problems and find better ways to continually grow our business and careers every day. You'll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons. The scale and depth of resources that being the #1 building materials distributor in the nation provides a variety of opportunities for you to explore - all in a friendly, people-first environment. Join us to be more, do more, and build more, together at BFS.

In addition to the base wage listed, this position is also eligible to earn an annual bonus subject to changes in plan design and documents and in accordance with applicable law. Eligibility and the amount of the bonus varies based on overall company success, thresholds met and other terms and conditions of the Company's active bonus policy for the respective year.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple - provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. This role is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance plans, 401(k) retirement savings plan, PTO (including paid sick time), and 8 paid holidays per year (for salaried and hourly team members). Details about Builders FirstSource's benefits offerings are available here www.bldrbenefits.com.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.

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