Payroll Accountant
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About This Role
***Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE***
About the Client
We are sourcing on behalf of an innovative organization looking for an experienced and motivated
Payroll Accountant
to join their team in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Join a dynamic environment that values collaborative problem-solving, encourages continuous learning, and celebrates innovation.
Step into a role where your expertise as drives real impact, and be part of an organization that invests in your growth from day one.
Payroll Operations (End-to-End)
- Process monthly payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
- Validate employee master data, attendance, leave, overtime, incentives, deductions, and reimbursements.
- Ensure accurate calculation of salaries, allowances, deductions, and net pay.
- Manage payroll changes (new hires, exits, salary revisions, promotions).
- Process payroll through WPS and ensure timely salary disbursements.
Statutory Compliance & Controls
- Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
- Manage end-of-service settlements, gratuity calculations, final settlements, and related documentation.
- Prepare and submit statutory reports, declarations, and audits as required.
- Maintain payroll controls, approvals, and audit trails.
Payroll Accounting & Reconciliations
- Post payroll journal entries to the accounting system (GL) accurately.
- Reconcile payroll-related balance sheet accounts (accruals, provisions, liabilities).
- Coordinate with Various department for project allocation and post allocation in ERP.
- Coordinate with teams on month-end and year-end close activities.
- Support internal and external audits related to payroll.
Systems & Data Management
- Maintain payroll systems and ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
- Generate payroll reports, MIS, and analytics for management.
- Coordinate with ERP teams for system updates, testing, and enhancements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years experience of hands-on experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
- Strong understanding of payroll accounting, controls, and reconciliations.
- Experience with ERP/Payroll systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Dynamics, ADP, Paychex, or similar).
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with reporting and data analysis.
Skills & Competencies
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong knowledge of payroll processes and accounting principles.
- Strong knowledge of UAE law and WPS payment.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred
- Professional certifications (e.g., CA , CPA) are an advantage.
- Prior experience in multi-entity payroll environments.
- *By applying to this position, you are granting us permission to process your CV and keep your profile on file for consideration for this and future opportunities.*
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