Payroll Officer

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Officer with strong expertise in managing payroll for a large workforce preferably with the construction industry .

The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with UAE requirements, company policies, and applicable regulations.

The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of UAE payroll, WPS, employee benefits, deductions, leave calculations, overtime, and end-of-service settlements, with excellent attention to detail and confidentiality.

· Manage the complete monthly payroll process for a large workforce.

· Ensure accurate and timely preparation and processing of salaries.

· Manage payroll inputs including attendance, overtime, leave, allowances, deductions, advances, loans, and other adjustments.

· Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with company policies and applicable UAE requirements.

· Prepare and process WPS salary files and ensure timely submission.

· Reconcile payroll records with bank statements and accounting records.

· Coordinate with HR and Finance departments to verify payroll data.

· Review employee attendance and timesheet information before payroll processing.

· Calculate employee overtime, leave salary, allowances, deductions, and other payroll components.

· Handle employee salary queries and resolve payroll-related issues promptly.

· Prepare final settlements for resigned and terminated employees.

· Calculate end-of-service benefits in accordance with applicable UAE regulations and company policy.

· Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.

· Prepare payroll reports, reconciliation reports, management reports, and other payroll-related reports as required.

· Coordinate with banks, HR, Finance, and other relevant parties regarding payroll matters.

· Ensure proper documentation and approval of payroll changes.

· Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies before salary processing.

· Maintain employee payroll data and ensure information is updated in the payroll system.

· Support payroll audits and provide required documentation and reports.

· Ensure strict confidentiality of employee salary and financial information.

· Continuously review payroll processes and recommend improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Administration, or a related field.

· Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant payroll experience preferred.

· Proven experience managing payroll for a large workforce.

· Strong knowledge of UAE payroll practices and WPS.

· Good understanding of UAE Labour Law provisions relating to salary, leave, overtime, and end-of-service benefits.

· Strong Excel skills, including formulas, data analysis, and reconciliation.

· Experience with payroll/HRIS systems.

· Strong numerical and analytical skills.

· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

· Ability to work under pressure and meet strict payroll deadlines.

· High level of integrity and confidentiality.

· Strong communication and coordination skills.

Pay: AED1.00 - AED10.00 per month