Dayforce Sr Analyst at Mattel in Hyderabad, Telangana, India

companyDescription CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers. jobDescription Key Responsibilities business team Management and Requirements: Lead discovery sessions to understand a business team's specific payroll requirements, tax jurisdictions, and business processes. Translate these needs into functional specifications for the Dayforce system. System Configuration: Configure all payroll-related elements within Dayforce, including pay policies, earnings, deductions, taxes, and general ledger accounts. They ensure the system is set up to accurately calculate wages, deductions, and taxes. Testing and Validation: Conduct rigorous testing, including parallel payroll runs and user acceptance testing (UAT), to ensure the system is accurate and compliant before and after implementation. Training and Support: Train business team payroll administrators and end-users on how to use the Dayforce payroll module. They also provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for any payroll-related system issues. Compliance and Best Practices: Stay current with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and labor laws to ensure the business team's payroll processes and system configurations remain compliant. System Updates and Enhancements: Stay up to date with Dayforce updates and enhancements, assess their impact on existing processes, and recommend and implement system improvements. Proactively review release notes and communicate key changes to stakeholders, identifying opportunities to leverage new features to enhance business efficiency and functionality. Lead the planning and execution of system regression testing for major releases to ensure the stability and integrity of existing configurations. qualifications Qualifications Experience: Direct, hands-on experience 7 to 9 years in  implementing or supporting the Dayforce Payroll module is essential. A deep understanding of payroll processes, including year-end activities and reporting, is required. Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of payroll tax regulations and compliance is a must. A Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is highly beneficial. Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail. Excellent communication and leading workshops. Education: A bachelor's degree in a related field such as Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is typically required. additionalInformation Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. How We Work: We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors: We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower. We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking. We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results. Our Approach to Flexible Work: We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter. Who We Are: Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more. Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers. Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment. Videos to watch: The Culture at Mattel Corporate Philanthropy