Manager - Payroll

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector seeks a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processes. The successful candidate will ensure timely payroll, manage a team, and ensure compliance with regulations, aiming for operational excellence. Candidates should have a strong background in payroll management and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in payroll management, preferably in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of payroll best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll process ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop payroll policies to ensure compliance with UAE laws.
• Manage and mentor the payroll team for high performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or related field

Job description

About The Job

Job Purpose

The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing the payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with relevant regulations, and maintaining employee records. This role required a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational and leadership skills to manage the payroll team and ensure the smooth operation of payroll activities.

Essential Duties

Daily Operations

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance with UAE labour laws and tax regulations.
• Manage and mentor the payroll team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance.
• Verify and reconcile payroll data, including attendance records, overtime, and deductions.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports to management and relevant authorities.
• Ensure accurate calculation and payment of salaries, bonuses, and other compensation.
• Maintain and update employee records, including professional information, salary details, and benefits.
• Ensure all payroll related accruals are prepared and posted monthly.
• Ensure all payroll related balance sheet schedules are prepared, reviewed, authorized and retained for future reference
• Handle payroll-related inquiries and resolve any issues or discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and support to auditors.
• Perform testing in payroll system functions for upgrade and enhancement
• Prepare payroll report for senior management’s analysis when necessary
• Accept any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Senior Manager and Executives
• Attend regular briefing and scheduled inter-departmental meetings to ensure relevant information is shared
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in payroll management, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of payroll best practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or related field.
  
  

Skills / Knowledge

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.