This is a critical short-term role until the end of May focused on supporting the payroll system implementation project. The Payroll Data Analyst will be responsible for extracting, cleansing, validating, mapping, and reconciling payroll data to ensure a smooth and accurate transition from legacy systems into the new platform.
You will work closely with Payroll, HR, Finance, and the Systems Implementation team to ensure data quality, compliance, and readiness for testing and go-live.
Key Responsibilities
Extract payroll and employee data from legacy systems
Cleanse, standardise, and validate large payroll datasets
Map legacy payroll data fields to the new system structure
Support data migration activities and upload templates
Perform detailed reconciliation of payroll data pre- and post-migration
Identify and resolve data anomalies, inconsistencies, and gaps
Support payroll parallel runs and system testing cycles
Work closely with system vendors and internal stakeholders during testing
Produce clear documentation of data mapping, assumptions, and processes
Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and data protection requirements
Provide support during go-live and post-implementation validation