About this role
Job summary 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. This post can be based from either our Head Office on Portland or in Poole in our patch office. 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.
Main duties of the job The Payroll Assistant role at Agincare involves working within a rapidly growing companys finance department to deliver efficient payroll services. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Payroll and will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing for assigned payrolls, as well as supporting wider payroll projects. Key responsibilities include assisting with third-party reporting, responding to payroll queries, and maintaining payroll processes. Agincare looks for candidates who are detail-oriented, reliable, and have a collaborative mindset with strong Excel skills. The position welcomes applicants at entry level and without prior payroll experience.
About us Agincare is a family run business that has been delivering care and support since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, with operations that include care and nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties, and live-in offices. Located in over 100 locations across England, Agincare is committed to supporting care leavers through the Care Leaver Covenant, offering guaranteed interviews to applicants from care backgrounds. All Agincares care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission, and they pride themselves on being an equal opportunity employer.
Job description Job responsibilities 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. This post can be based from either our Head Office on Portland or in Poole in our patch office.
About the RoleReporting 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 documentationWhat Were Looking ForWere 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 teamIf youre reliable, detail-focused, and ready to grow with us wed love to hear from you.
About AgincareWere 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Payroll experience is desirable but not essential. Strong Excel skills and confidence with IT systems are required. A flexible, can-do attitude and the ability to adapt to changing demands, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines are important. A collaborative mindset and willingness to support the wider team are also essential.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Agincare
Address Agincare Head Office Services
Portland OR Poole
DT51BB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.agincare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)