Dubai Payroll Lead: Senior HR & Finance Ops

Tanqeeb

Dubai

On-site

AED 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities
Leadership mentorship
Modern payroll systems

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager in Dubai to oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensure accurate salary processing, and uphold compliance and reporting standards. You will lead a payroll team, collaborate with HR and Finance, and drive process improvements.

The role requires 6+ years in payroll, deep UAE payroll knowledge, and experience with HRIS/ERP systems. This on-site position offers growth in a multicultural Dubai-based environment.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of payroll experience with supervisory or management responsibilities.
  • Strong knowledge of UAE payroll practices, WPS and statutory deductions.
  • Experience with HRIS, payroll software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the complete monthly payroll cycle including salaries, allowances, deductions, overtime, bonuses and leave adjustments.
  • Review payroll calculations, reconciliations and payment files for accuracy and timeliness.
  • Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and WPS requirements.
  • Coordinate with HR, Finance, banks and employees to resolve payroll issues.
  • Maintain confidential payroll records and prepare reports and audit documentation.
  • Lead payroll team, identify process improvements and maintain controls.

Skills

Payroll management
WPS
ERP systems
Advanced Excel
Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/HR/Business

Tools

HRIS
Payroll software
ERP systems

Job description

Tanqeeb is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager in Dubai to oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensure accurate salary processing, and uphold compliance and reporting standards. You will lead a payroll team, collaborate with HR and Finance, and drive process improvements.

The role requires 6+ years in payroll, deep UAE payroll knowledge, and experience with HRIS/ERP systems. This on-site position offers growth in a multicultural Dubai-based environment.

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