Payroll Team Leader
CompanyBarchester Healthcare
Location
Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/13/2026
UK Visa Sponsorship Analytics
Occupation Type
Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
Standard minimum applies
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Description
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
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
At Barchester, we are driven by our values: Respect | Integrity | Passion | Empowerment | Responsibility
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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
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
At Barchester, we are driven by our values: Respect | Integrity | Passion | Empowerment | Responsibility
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