MCS Group is currently working in partnership with a leading public sector organisation to recruit a Payroll Admin on a long term temporary contract (6 months with the view to extension). Excellent hourly rate – £13.54 ph + benefits.
The Role
To support the migration of payroll data from an existing legacy system to a new HR and payroll platform. This is a project role requiring advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Payroll Team Manager and other stakeholders to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and successful transfer of payroll data during the transition period.
- Extract, cleanse, and manipulate large volumes of payroll-related data using advanced Microsoft Excel functions.
- Prepare datasets for upload and verify data accuracy before and after migration to iTrent.
- Assist in system testing and validation exercises to ensure accurate functionality of the new platform.
- Collaborate with payroll colleagues to clarify data inconsistencies or legacy system queries.
- Maintain clear audit trails and documentation of migration processes.
- Support knowledge transfer and participate in user training and handover procedures as required.
The Person:
- Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Excel, including formulae, pivot tables, look ups, and data cleansing.
- Basic knowledge of payroll processes and terminology (prior experience in a payroll environment desirable).
- Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with large data sets and high levels of accuracy.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively on-site.
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes, specialist recruitment consultant at MCS Group. Contact via or .
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Skills:
Payroll Monthly Payrolls Data Retrieving Data
