Your Preceda payroll is ending. Your business doesn't have to suffer.
Migrate to enterprise-grade AU/NZ payroll without disruption, data loss, or compliance risk.
Affinity is the proven alternative for Preceda customers who need Australian and New Zealand payroll expertise delivered in a straightforward, modern platform.
The cost of getting this wrong
A rushed or poorly planned migration creates risks that can take years to fix.
Compliance exposure
Moving to a platform that doesn't handle Australian Modern Awards or New Zealand Holidays Act correctly means ongoing compliance risk and potential underpayment claims.
Service disruption
Missed pay runs, incorrect pays, and integration failures damage employee trust and consume management attention when you can least afford it.
Hidden costs
"Lower cost" platforms often require expensive customisations, consultants, and ongoing support to handle the AU/NZ payroll requirements that Preceda managed out of the box.
We've migrated dozens of Preceda customers successfully
Affinity understands what Preceda did well – and what you'll miss if you move to a generic platform. We're purpose-built for Australian and New Zealand payroll, handling the requirements that matter in a straightforward way.
- Deep AU/NZ complianceModern Awards, EBAs, Holidays Act, STP, KiwiSaver – built in, not bolted on.
- Proven migration methodologyStructured process with clear milestones, parallel runs, and minimal disruption to your business.
- Dedicated migration supportDirect access to migration specialists who've done this dozens of times.
What sets Affinity apart
Not all Preceda alternatives are equal. Here's how Affinity compares to generic platforms.
| Key feature | Preceda | Affinity SaaS |
|---|---|---|
| Payroll configuration | Standard features | Advanced configuration with greater customisation |
| Payroll processing | Semi-automated | Fully automated, streamlining all aspects |
| Retrospective processing | Manual override | Auto-calculated with intelligent reminders |
| Leave management | Basic | Highly flexible rules-driven leave management |
| Tax filing | Manual validation | Fully automated with pre-validation checks |
| Mobile app | Basic browser access | Native app with full self-service functionality |
| Reporting | Limited to standard reports | A range of tools for customised reporting and analysis |
| Compliance | Meets basic requirements | Full compliance, including region-specific rules |
Want to learn more about what makes Affinity different?
Your migration roadmap
A proven, structured process that protects your business and your people.
Discovery
Week 1-2
- Data audit and mapping
- Award and compliance review
- Integration requirements
Configuration
Week 3-6
- System setup and rules
- Data migration and validation
- Integration testing
Parallel runs
Week 7-10
- Run both systems simultaneously
- Compare and validate results
- Fine-tune configuration
Go-live
Week 11-12
- Cutover to Affinity
- First live pay run
- Hypercare support
Our commitment: We run parallel payrolls until you're completely confident. Your first live pay run will be accurate and smooth.
Don't wait until Preceda stops working
Book a migration assessment today and get a fixed-price quote, timeline, and risk-free transition plan.
What success looks like
Without the right partner
- Months of rework fixing compliance gaps
- Unexpected customisation costs
- Pay errors damaging employee trust
- Lost historical data and reporting
- Ongoing dependency on consultants
With Affinity
- Accurate and smooth first pay run
- No compliance gaps or hidden costs
- Employees don't notice the change
- Full historical data preserved
- Direct support, no ticket queues
Trusted by Preceda customers across ANZ
"We migrated from Preceda to Affinity in 10 weeks with a smooth transition. The parallel run process gave us complete confidence, and our first live pay was accurate. Finally, we have a platform built for Australian payroll that's both powerful and straightforward."– Payroll Manager, Enterprise Manufacturing Company
Frequently asked questions
Considering a switch?
What's the difference between Preceda and Affinity Payroll?
Affinity replaces Preceda's standard payroll configuration, semi-automated processing, and basic leave management with fully automated payroll processing, auto-calculated retrospective adjustments, and flexible rules-driven leave management. Tax filing is fully automated with pre-validation checks, the mobile app offers full self-service rather than just browser access, and compliance extends to region-specific rules rather than basic requirements only.
How long does it take to migrate from Preceda to Affinity?
A typical migration from Preceda to Affinity takes 8-12 weeks from kickoff to go-live. This includes discovery and data audit (weeks 1-2), system configuration and data migration (weeks 3-6), parallel running of both systems to validate results (weeks 7-10), and go-live with hypercare support (weeks 11-12).
Will I lose payroll history or data when I migrate from Preceda?
No. Your full historical payroll data is preserved during migration. The process includes a dedicated data audit and mapping phase, followed by data migration and validation, so your payslips, leave balances, and records carry over accurately to your new Affinity Payroll account.
Can I run Preceda and Affinity in parallel during the switch?
Yes. Affinity's migration process includes a parallel run phase where both systems operate side by side so you can compare and validate results before switching over. Parallel payrolls continue until you're completely confident, so your first live pay run on Affinity is accurate and smooth.
Does Affinity handle Modern Awards and the Holidays Act the way Preceda does?
Affinity is built for Australian and New Zealand payroll compliance, with Modern Awards, EBAs, the NZ Holidays Act, STP, and KiwiSaver handled natively rather than bolted on. Where Preceda meets basic compliance requirements, Affinity extends this to full compliance including region-specific rules.
How much does it cost to migrate from Preceda to Affinity?
Migration costs depend on your organisation's size and complexity, so Affinity provides a fixed-price quote and timeline as part of your migration assessment, with no hidden costs for the customisations or consultants that generic platforms often require.
Already migrating or migrated?
How do I access Preceda login?
If you're still using Preceda, log in through the link or portal your organisation has always used – Affinity doesn't host or manage Preceda's login. If your organisation has already migrated to Affinity Payroll, your Preceda access has been replaced by your Affinity Payroll portal; check with your payroll or HR team if you're unsure of your new login link.
What happens to my Preceda login when my organisation migrates to Affinity?
Once migration to Affinity Payroll is complete, access moves from Preceda to your new Affinity Payroll account – your payslips, leave balances, and personal details carry over, so no data is lost. Your payroll or HR team will confirm your exact cutover date and share your new login details.
Is Preceda being discontinued?
Preceda is reaching end of life, which is why organisations across Australia and New Zealand are migrating to modern platforms such as Affinity. See our Australian payroll solutions for what that looks like, or if your organisation hasn't confirmed a migration timeline yet, get in touch to understand your options.
Ready to move forward?
Get your fixed-price migration quote and risk-free transition plan today.