Payroll Accountant

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time for all staff, including site and office employees.
• Manage timesheets, attendance records, overtime calculations, and project-based payroll.
• Handle payroll for multi-site operations and large manpower teams.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws, WPS regulations, and company policies.
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and analysis for management review.
• Maintain employee records, salary structures, advances, loans, and end-of-service calculations.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and Project Managers to ensure correct payroll data.
• Monitor and process vacation payouts, gratuities, and final settlements.
• Manage payroll audits and support external audits as required.
• Address employee payroll queries and resolve discrepancies.
• Track and maintain records for project-based expenses and manpower costing.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of payroll experience in the construction and real estate industry.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE labor laws, WPS, gratuity, and leave salary calculations.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, advanced formulas).
• Experience with payroll software (e.g., ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.