Payroll Team Leader

Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll Team Leader to oversee the accurate and timely processing and payment of Barchester Healthcare employees. In this role, you will lead and support a team of payroll officers, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and internal accounting standards. You will act as the key point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing guidance to both your team and wider stakeholders, and drive team performance, continuous improvement, while maintaining high standards across all payroll activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete payroll processes accurately and on schedule, including daily, weekly, and ad-hoc payroll runs

• Manage data uploads, tax codes, student loans, and employee payroll records

• Process BACS payments, including handling stops and rejects

• Reconcile payroll control accounts, loans, and court order payments

• Monitor and validate payroll data for new starters and employee transfers

• Assist Home Administrators with payroll systems and queries

• Administer employee benefits including expenses systems and company cars

• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, policies, and government regulations

• Support year-end payroll processing alongside the Payroll Manager

• Lead and support a high-performing team while ensuring cover and continuous improvement

About You
We are looking for an experience Payroll professional with a proven track record. You'll be confident with strong leadership skills and an ability to deliver accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Experience

• Level 4/5 CIPP Foundation Degree in Payroll Management (or equivalent)

• Proven experience in payroll processing, ideally with some leadership experience

• Strong knowledge of statutory payroll requirements and compliance

• Excellent numeracy skills and high attention to detail

• Experience producing payroll reports

• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Why Join Barchester?

At Barchester, we are driven by our values: Respect | Integrity | Passion | Empowerment | Responsibility

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