Payroll Data Migration Analyst

Payroll Data Migration Analyst
Contract Length: Up to 8 weeks
Location: Fully Remote working available
Hours: 40hrs (Apply online only) Monday to Friday
Pay Rate: £20/£25 per hourJob OverviewWe 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 milestonesSkills & Experience Required
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 projectsContract Details
Temporary contract for up to 8 weeks
Immediate start available
Fully remote working opportunity
Full-time hours
Laptop/equipment provided
Competitive hourly/day rate available depending on experience
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed