At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Payments function, ensuring efficient and compliant transaction processing.
- Company: Join the NIHE team, dedicated to improving financial services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent position, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on leadership and data management.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in finance while driving continuous improvement.
- Qualifications: AAT/IATI qualifications or relevant degree with 3 years' experience required.
The predicted salary is between 51356 - 51356 £ per year.
Job reference: 2026-119
Salary: £45,091 – £51,356 per annum
Duration: Permanent
Band: 7
Closing date: Thursday 10 September 2026 at 4:30pm
Job purpose: Working closely with the Shared Services Manager – Payments and Payroll: To lead the NIHE Payments function, ensuring the efficient, accurate and compliant processing of all transactions while driving continuous improvement, strengthening financial controls, and supporting delivery of Payment related financial systems.
The essential criteria are detailed in the Candidate Information Pack. Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- i) Final examinations of AAT or IATI and have 3 years’ relevant experience in transaction processing / Finance environment.
- OR ii) Foundation papers of a CCAB body (or equivalent) and have 3 years’ relevant experience in a transaction processing / Finance environment.
- OR iii) Relevant degree (e.g. Accounting, Business Studies) or equivalent qualification and have 3 years’ experience in a transaction processing/ Finance environment.
- OR iv) Exceptionally, candidates not holding the above qualifications but can demonstrate at least 5 years’ experience in a transaction processing / Finance environment.
Have at least the required number of years’ experience, as per point 1, in each of the following:
- A) Lead/Manage a team to ensure service delivery.
- B) Interpreting data and managing complex information in order to understand and improve performance.
- C) Identify and implement best practice demonstrating strong systems / IT capabilities.
Possess a current driving licence or have access to a form of transport that enables them to meet the requirements of the post in full.
Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website or by:
- Telephone: 03448 920 900
- Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk
Payments Manager NIHE employer: Employers for Disability NI
NIFRS is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working hours, generous holidays, and on-site gym facilities. Located in Lisburn, the Finance team fosters a collaborative and modern work culture, ensuring that every Accounting Technician plays a vital role in delivering high-quality financial services while enjoying opportunities for hybrid working arrangements after the probationary period.
Contact Details:
Employers for Disability NI Recruitment Team
