Payroll Data Migration Analyst

We are currently recruiting for a temporary Payroll Data Migration Analyst to support a key payroll transformation project. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll or data professional to assist with the preparation, validation, and migration of payroll information ahead of a major system go-live.The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring payroll data is accurately transferred from existing legacy reports into new payroll templates, maintaining a high level of data integrity and accuracy throughout the process.Key Responsibilities

• Extract, review, and migrate payroll data from multiple legacy reports into new payroll system templates
• Consolidate payroll information into a clear and accurate format, including year-to-date earnings, deductions, tax, National Insurance, and other payroll-related data
• Ensure all migrated data is accurate and meets strict quality standards
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies where required
• Work with large Excel spreadsheets and complex datasets
• Maintain organised records and documentation throughout the migration process
• Access, manage, and save files using SharePoint
• Work independently to meet project deadlines and key milestones

• Strong Excel skills, including experience using formulas such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and managing large datasets
• Previous experience working with data migration, data cleansing, or reporting activities
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and integrity
• Ability to analyse and consolidate information from multiple sources
• Experience using SharePoint for document management
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Previous payroll experience / good understanding of payroll processes
• Experience working with payroll systems or payroll transformation projects
• Knowledge of UK and/or Ireland payroll data, including tax, NI, deductions, and year-to-date calculations
• Experience supporting system implementations or go-live projects