Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist Job Req Id: 26934669 Location(s): Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Job Type: Hybrid Posted: Jun. 04, 2026 Discover your future at Citi Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact. Job Overview Payroll Specialist Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? This role requires a proactive individual who will primarily be responsible for delivering an effective and accurate payroll service to all employees on Citi’s UK Payroll. By Joining Citi Belfast, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Team/Role Overview This role will involve dealing with complex employee queries including PAYE tax issues, whilst delivering a high level of customer service at all times. Please note, this position is a Fixed Term Contract . What you’ll do Resolve employee queries using Servicenow. Follow all standard processes and guidance. Maintain employee records on Workday. Calculate and record payroll deductions or earnings as necessary. Review and audit payroll records including sickness payments and retrospective pay. Reconcile earnings and deduction totals. Create and maintain maternity schedules. Participate in projects and initiatives as they arise. What we’ll need from you Previous relevant Payroll experience (necessary) Experience of using Workday Payroll (desirable). Experience of working for a global company (desirable) Excellent verbal and written communication skills Analytical and high attention to detail, excellent troubleshooting skills, and creative problem solving skills Ability to be self‑motivated and self‑directed and think and act independently while also being team oriented Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent professional experience. What we can offer you We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best‑in‑class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well. By joining Citi Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure. A discretionary annual performance related bonus Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances. Employee Assistance Program Pension Plan Paid Parental Leave Special discounts for employees, family, and friends Access to an array of learning and development resources Job Family Group: Operations - Services Job Family: Payroll Time Type: Full time Most Relevant Skills: Please see the requirements listed above. Other Relevant Skills: For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. Equal Opportunity Statement Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity, review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr