Payroll Accountant
About This Role
We are looking for a detail-driven and reliable Payroll Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance with local labor laws, and timely salary disbursements. You will work closely with HR and Finance teams to maintain payroll integrity and support reporting and audit requirements.
Job scope:
- Process monthly payroll for employees accurately and on time.
- Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws, WPS requirements, and company policies.
- Maintain and update payroll records, including salaries, benefits, deductions, and overtime.
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Prepare payroll reports for management and finance teams.
- Coordinate with HR on employee data, leave records, and final settlements.
- Handle end-of-service benefits, gratuity calculations, and leave encashments.
- Support audits by providing payroll documentation and reports.
- Ensure confidentiality of employee information at all times
Requirement:
- Bachelor’s degree / related in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 2–3 years of experience in payroll accounting (UAE experience preferred).
- Strong knowledge of UAE labor law and WPS system.
- Proficiency in accounting/payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
- High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED4,500.00 per month
Experience:
- PRO: 3 years (Required)
Language:
- Arabic & English fluently (Required)
License/Certification:
- UAE driving license (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
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