Payroll Manager

Permanent, Full TimeThis role can be based in any of our UK offices (London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, or Warrington)You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days. Salary - UK C Band. HighAbout UsChristian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working.

We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too. Learn about our vision, mission and valuesAbout The RoleReporting in to the Financial Planning & Analysis Lead, the Payroll Manager is a key role within our Finance team responsible for managing all aspects of Christian Aid’s Global payroll function ensuring full compliance with relevant national and international legislationregarding salaries, income tax, pensions, national insurance and equivalent schemes (UK and overseas) requiring completeness and accuracy in all aspects to meet organisational needs.

The main areas of responsibility for the post-holder will be: Ensure process and systems are in place to facilitate payment for all Christian Aid and contract employees are accurate, on time, in compliance with all local (i. e. both UK and non-UK) legislation on tax and other deductions, and in accordance with Christian Aid employment policies and procedures. Monthly payroll reports prepared in a timely manner to support the payroll sign off process with a commitment to high quality workRelationship with the Payroll administrators is effectively managed promoting the exchange of ideas, empowering and maximising impact.

Pension schemes are managed efficiently and effectively, ensuring that all statutory and administrative deadlines are met and aligned with organisational values and goals. Salary budgets and payroll management information is maintained and accurate and all ledger and control accounts are reconciled. Salary sacrifice and other benefit schemes are created and maintained according to HMRC regulations, and all statutory requirements are met. All aspects of payroll and related areas are managed and developed promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and collective progress.

Effective matrix management of the Senior People Advisors in relation to payroll activities and ensuring that People team members are trained and supported in technical areas in order to support the accurate and efficient running of the payroll function creating an environment of continuous learning, motivating the team to align with organisational values and goals. Leading project work ensuring correct implementation of government and organisational initiatives fostering collaboration and creating high-impact outcomes. EssentialAbout youProfessional payroll qualification (MCIPP or equivalent). Proven track record in managing a highly effective payroll. Advanced knowledge of and expertise in HMRC regulations.

Substantial experience in the use of one or more financial accounting packages. Highly developed technical skills ensuring detail and precision, and highly accurate numeracy skills. Advanced technical skills to the level required to be the system administrator for the computerised payroll system. High developed communication skills to advise and guide on technical issues and queries. DesirableQualified accountant. Experience of one or more non-UK tax. Pensions administration experience and expertise. Project management and people skills. Expertise in designing, interpreting, running and reviewing relevant reports for both management information purposes and statutory requirements.

Further informationAt Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams. We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply.

This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us.

We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures. This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered.

If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, please refer to the benefits booklet for your location to see our full list of employee benefits. For Salary details for this role, please refer to the Salary band by location.