Global Payroll Expert

Insight Global is seeking a Global Dayforce Payroll SME to support a large-scale enterprise Dayforce implementation. This individual will lead payroll design, configuration, and deployment activities across multiple regions, with a strong focus on China and Malaysia. This role will partner closely with business stakeholders, payroll teams, and system integrators to ensure accurate, compliant, and scalable payroll solutions aligned with both global standards and local regulations.

• 7–10+ years of payroll experience, including global/multi-country payroll
• Hands‑on experience with Dayforce HCM Payroll
• Proven background supporting enterprise‑level Dayforce implementations (end‑to‑end)
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations in China and/or Malaysia (Ireland a plus)

• Act as the SME for global payroll processes within Dayforce, with emphasis on China, Malaysia, and Ireland
• Provide guidance on local tax regulations, statutory requirements, and compliance standards
• Ensure payroll solutions align with country‑specific labor laws and reporting requirements

• Lead end‑to‑end payroll implementation including requirements gathering, configuration, testing, and deployment
• Ensure configurations follow Dayforce best practices and enterprise standards

• Configure payroll components including earnings, deductions, tax rules, and payroll calendars
• Support payroll‑to‑GL integration and ensure alignment with financial reporting requirements
• Validate system setup across multiple regions and payroll structures

• Oversee payroll testing cycles (Unit, SIT, UAT, Parallel runs)
• Validate payroll calculations, data migrations, and reconciliations
• Support go‑live and hypercare activities to ensure a successful rollout

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, and global payroll teams
• Serve as a key advisor to leadership on payroll processes and system capabilities