Payroll Admin

Pension Administration & Payroll Support The role will report to the Pension Administration & Payroll Manager and be part of the key pension administration team for the RCB. Pension Administration reports to the Head of Finance and is part of the Finance and IT Department. The RCB is the registered administrator for the Clergy Pension Fund which is a cross border defined benefit pension scheme, which closed to future accruals and new members in May 2013. The Pension Administration team provides defined benefit pension administration to one thousand active and retired members of the Clergy. The role will be central in supporting the new Master Trust Defined Contribution Pension Schemes in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The role will also provide payroll support to active and retired clergy. The team are customer service focused and required to meet statutory and pension regulations. One of the core responsibilities of the role is to enhance members experience in all aspects of pension administration. Reporting The role will report to the Pension Administration and Payroll Manager. This is a full-time role (35-hour week) based in the RCB Offices in Church House, Rathmines. Responsibilities Data Entry and Payroll support for Active Clergy or Pensioners Support clergy with access to the Payslip portal (password changes etc.) Reconciliations and other post payroll support Administration of new entrants and leavers from the Pension scheme in ROI & NI Administration and upload of monthly pension contributions Administration of grants for payment to pensioners Issue Clergy Life Certificates and monitoring returns Prepare and issue members (active & deferred) annual benefit statements Administration of retirements from the Clergy Pensions Fund Supporting with reporting requirements including Administration Reports, Reports to General Synod and Reports for Triennial Valuation, renewal of death-in-service benefits Support for the Clergy Pension Board including preparation of agendas, drafting minutes and attendance at meetings as required. Keeping up to date with relevant pension and taxation legislation as it impacts pension benefits and payroll Dealing with day-to-day enquiries telephone calls, letters and emails Dealing with audit queries for all pension schemes Other duties consistent with the job title may be assigned from time to time. The Person Education / Training Essential Third level business or finance qualification (degree, diploma or certificate) Desirable Recently qualified/part qualified Accounting Technician or Part qualified accountant (IATI, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Interest in Payroll training and qualifications or Pension Administration training/qualifications Interest in Pension Administration and/or Payroll Experience Essential A minimum of 1 years work experience in a finance function Desirable 2-3 years previous work experience in a finance function Proven ability to work in a customer facing environment Knowledge & Skills Essential Strong numerical and analytical skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and a knowledge of relevant accounting and management information systems A flexible but structured approach to work and capability of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment to deliver business needs. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build relationships and communicate comfortably with personnel of different levels and backgrounds. Experience of producing accurate work and pays attention to detail. Ability to work on own or as part of a team. Desirable Ability to work with Microsoft Excel to at least intermediate standard. Other Essential Ability to work in Ireland Native or Fluent English speaker Desirable An understanding of the ethos of the Church of Ireland Training & Development Full training in the systems used by the Church of Ireland for payroll and pension administration will be provided. It is expected that the candidate will be interested in pursuing accountancy or other professional qualifications, and this will be supported. In addition, annual professional development training will be required to stay up to date with legislative changes in both jurisdictions. The Offer The RCB offers: Full-time position Competitive market-driven starting salary Remote working opportunities (The RCB policy currently requires a minimum of two days per week in the office). Car parking facilities and good public transport options Pensionable position Study Leave Package To Apply Apply by sending your CV and letter of application to by 5pm on Friday 1st November 2024. Skills: Numerical Analytical IT Communication Benefits: Pension Free canteen Free parking