Payroll Officer

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR services firm in the UAE is seeking a Payroll Officer cum HR to manage end-to-end payroll processing and support HR functions. Responsibilities include payroll execution, ensuring statutory compliance, and maintaining employee records. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and 4-5 years of relevant experience in payroll and HR operations in the UAE. Proficiency in payroll software and strong knowledge of labour laws are essential. This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the organization's HR department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 4–5 years of payroll and HR operations experience in the UAE.
• Familiarity with statutory compliance and labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll including salaries and deductions.
• Maintain payroll records and employee compensation data.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and statutory filings.

Skills

Payroll processing knowledge

Labour laws

Payroll software proficiency (PACT, MS Excel)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Human Resources

Tools

PACT Payroll Software

MS Excel

Job description

Payroll Officer cum HR

Job Summary

The Payroll Officer cum HR is responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processing while also supporting core human resource functions such as end-of-service benefits, leave settlement, Employee records, Hr Software/ERP. The role ensures accurate payroll execution, statutory compliance, and effective HR administration in line with company policies and labour laws.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time, including salaries, overtime, incentives, and deductions.
• Maintain payroll records, employee compensation data, and salary structures.
• End of service benefits, Leave settlement, Employee records, Hr Software/ERP.
• Coordination with the Accounts Dept and the Site team for salary processing.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and statutory filings.
• Prepare payroll reports, MIS, site-wise salary reports, and salary reconciliation statements.
• Handle employee queries related to salary, deductions, pay slips, and bank details.
• Manage attendance, leave, and timekeeping systems.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of payroll processing and labour laws
• Proficiency in payroll software such as PACT preferred and MS Excel.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Confidentiality and integrity in handling employee data
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Human Resources, or related field
• 4–5years of experience in payroll and HR operations in the UAE.
• Knowledge of statutory compliance and labour legislation.