This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, confident payroll professional to join a well-established business and make a significant contribution to its future success. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be supporting the migration of a number of branch-based monthly payrolls from Access Select Pay to Sage 50 Payroll. About the Role * This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, confident payroll professional to join a well-established business and make a significant contribution to its future success. * Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be supporting the migration of a number of branch-based monthly payrolls from Access Select Pay to Sage 50 Payroll. * This is a full-time, hybrid role with the occasional requirement to perform on-site visits to selected branches. This role is being offered under a fixed-term contract. Key responsibilities * Day-to-day planning, coordination and delivery of payroll migration projects for specific franchisee branches. * Cleansing, reconciliation and validation of payroll datasets prior to migration. * Preparation of new payroll systems to a level ready for migration, including full configuration of pay elements and associated data. * Providing training and support to branch employees throughout the migration process, including the creation of relevant procedural documentation. * Responding promptly and professionally to resolve queries and ensure that deadlines are met. * Reviewing existing branch-based payroll processes and making recommendations to improve accuracy and efficiency. * Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation and best practice. Qualities required to succeed in the Role * Minimum of 3 years’ experience in performing end-to-end payroll processes in a high-volume environment, including practical use of Sage 50 Payroll. * Proven experience of data migration and full payroll implementation processes. * Sound knowledge of regulatory compliance affecting UK payroll including AE and RTI. * Proven understanding of gross payroll and the typical adjustments relevant to high volume environments e.g. checking wage records, T & A systems, overtime, holiday pay. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Self-motivated and resilient with the ability to work flexibly on your own initiative. * Solid intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel