Job overview

The NHS Business Services Authority’s (NHSBSA) payroll function requires daily administration support to the various Payroll teams. 

As a Payroll Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, ensuring accurate data entry, managing employee benefits, processing expenses, and supporting key payroll functions. You’ll work with a friendly, collaborative team in a fast-paced environment where your contributions truly matter.

What do we offer?

•    Hybrid working – offering flexibility to work predominantly from home with the opportunity to be office based should you prefer, or if business needs require it
•    27 days leave (increasing with length of service) plus 8 bank holidays
•    Opportunities for development
•    Active wellbeing and inclusion networks
•    Excellent pension
•    Various salary sacrifice schemes
•    Employee Assistance programme, offering free 24/7 support for you and your loved ones
•    Access to a wide range of benefits and high street and online discounts

Main duties of the job

As a Payroll Assistant within the NHS Business Services Authority, you will provide essential administrative support to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll and employee benefits. Your responsibilities will include:

• Inputting and maintaining employee data in the ESR system with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Administering a range of employee benefit schemes, including childcare vouchers, cycle-to-work, and travel passes.
• Processing and verifying staff expense claims in line with NHSBSA policies and service level agreements.
• Supporting the administration of maternity applications, SSP1 forms, and taxable mileage reports.
• Managing general office duties such as filing, scanning, and responding to payroll-related queries.
• Assisting with financial processes including BACS reconciliation, cheque printing, and requisition raising.
• Collaborating with colleagues across finance and HR to ensure a seamless and efficient payroll service.

Working for our organisation

Here at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA), what we do matters.
 
We manage the NHS Pension scheme, process prescription payments and much more. Our services are used by NHS organisations, contractors and the public: we’re proud to be part of something meaningful, that touches millions of lives.
 
We design our services around customer needs and place people at the heart of our organisation. That’s why when you join us, you’ll be empowered and supported to help your career grow.
 
As one of the UK’s Best Big Companies to work for, we’re connected to our values: Collaborative, Adventurous, Reliable and Energetic. We care about our people, our purpose, and your progress.
 
We strive to offer a fantastic colleague experience, where every colleague is heard, supported and respected. Wellbeing, diversity and inclusion is at the centre of this, and you can join our Lived Experience Networks who help us bring our authentic selves to work.
 
We’re committed to being a flexible employer and we try to offer a working pattern that suits you where possible, through hybrid working, flexible hours and more.
 
Alongside a competitive salary with pay progression, we offer a people-centric benefits package, connecting you to the rewards and benefits you value most!
 
Ready to join us in delivering business service excellence to the NHS, helping people live longer, healthier lives? Apply today and see where the NHSBSA can take you.
 
We are people connected to care.