Payroll Accountant

Description:

A company in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to manage payroll operations and support HR-related financial activities. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in UAE payroll processing, HRMS administration, and compliance with local payroll regulations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate salary processing, payroll reporting, employee records management, and ensuring compliance with UAE Labour Law and WPS requirements. Candidates with strong numerical skills, confidentiality, and immediate availability are preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process monthly payroll accurately and ensure timely salary payments.

• Manage payroll records, employee data, and HRMS administration.

• Handle UAE payroll requirements including WPS, leave salary, and end-of-service calculations.

• Prepare payroll reports using Microsoft Excel and payroll systems.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and UAE labour regulations.

• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and financial information.

• Coordinate with HR and finance teams to resolve payroll-related issues.

Requirements:

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

• 2–4 years of experience in payroll processing, HRMS administration, and HR operations.

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• Hands-on experience managing payroll for UAE-based employees.

• Good knowledge of UAE Labour Law, WPS requirements, leave salary, and end-of-service calculations.

• Practical experience with HRMS and payroll systems; experience with 1C is highly preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting.

• Strong numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage confidential information, and meet payroll deadlines.

• Good communication and coordination skills.

• Immediate joiners are preferred.

• Strong knowledge of:

• UAE payroll processing and WPS compliance.

• HRMS and payroll management systems.

• Leave salary, end-of-service benefits, and payroll reporting.