Payroll Accountant

Description:

Skynet Worldwide is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to become part of its finance team in the UAE. This role is ideal for professionals who have hands-on experience managing payroll processes while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with UAE payroll regulations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for processing monthly payroll, maintaining payroll records, coordinating with the HR department, and supporting payroll-related reporting and audits. Candidates with strong analytical skills and experience in UAE WPS payroll will be highly valued.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process monthly payroll accurately and within scheduled timelines.

• Manage UAE WPS payroll processing and ensure compliance with payroll regulations.

• Verify salaries, allowances, overtime, deductions, and leave adjustments.

• Prepare final settlements and end-of-service benefit calculations.

• Reconcile payroll records with accounting books and bank statements.

• Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential payroll documentation.

• Coordinate with the HR team regarding new employees, resignations, and salary updates.

• Prepare payroll reports and assist during internal and external audits.

• Respond to and resolve employee payroll-related inquiries efficiently.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 2–3 years of payroll experience within the UAE.

DownloadInteractive Maps

• Strong knowledge of UAE WPS and payroll procedures.

• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/payroll software.

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive payroll information.

• Good communication and organizational skills.

Strong knowledge of:

• UAE WPS payroll processing

• Microsoft Excel and payroll software

• Payroll reconciliation and end-of-service calculations