Payroll Assistant

Agincare is seeking a Payroll Assistant to join its busy finance department amid rapid company growth. The role entails processing payrolls from start to finish, supporting senior payroll colleagues on projects, and ensuring accurate and compliant payroll services. Key responsibilities include handling end-to-end payroll for specific assignments, aiding in project-based work, assisting with third-party reporting, and responding to payroll queries professionally. This entry-level position is ideal for someone looking to switch careers and develop their skills in a dynamic environment. The candidate should possess strong Excel skills and a flexible attitude.

Agincare is a family-run business that has been providing care and support services since 1986. As one of the UK's largest care providers, Agincare has over 4,500 team members and operates more than 100 locations across England. These include care and nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties, and live-in services. Committed to equal opportunities, Agincare welcomes applications from all sectors of society and is particularly supportive of care leavers, offering guaranteed interviews or informal career discussions to them. The organisation is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Package Description:

Agincare is experiencing rapid growth, and with that comes exciting opportunities to strengthen our support teams.Were now looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Assistant to join our busy finance department and help deliver accurate, efficient, and compliant payroll services.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Head of Payroll, youll be responsible for processing your own payrolls from start to finish and supporting wider payroll projects.Youll work closely with senior payroll colleagues and contribute to the smooth running of payroll operations, ensuring deadlines are met and data is accurate.

This is a great opportunity for someone at entry level whos looking to change careers and grow their skills in a supportive and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end payroll processing for assigned payrolls
• Support project-based work with senior payroll colleagues
• Assist with third-party reporting including Nest, HMRC, Court Orders, and Office of National Statistics
• Respond to payroll queries with accuracy and professionalism
• Provide key payroll data as needed
• Help maintain and improve payroll processes and documentation

What Were Looking For

Were seeking someone with:

• Payroll experience (desirable but not essential)
• Strong Excel skills and confidence with IT systems
• A flexible, can-do attitude and ability to adapt to changing demands
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support the wider team

If youre reliable, detail-focused, and ready to grow with us wed love to hear from you.

About Agincare

Were a family run business that's been caring and supporting people since 1986.

With over 4,500 team members, were one of the UKs largest care providers and are continuing to grow.We have over 100 locations across England including our care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.

Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently.We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.

All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.