Payroll Specialist - HR

Taaeen; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll services company in the UAE is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of payroll administration experience, knowledge of UAE Labor Law, and proficiency in HRIS systems. This role involves managing payroll data, resolving queries, and supporting audits. Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll administration, preferably in the public sector or a large organization.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labor Law and payroll regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and process monthly payroll in accordance with approved timelines and government policies.
• Verify employee attendance, leave records, deductions, and allowances.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports for management and audit purposes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Numerical accuracy

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, or payroll management certification)

Tools

HRIS systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Role Overview

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll in compliance with government regulations, internal policies, and statutory requirements. The role involves maintaining payroll data, verifying records, managing end-of-service benefits, and coordinating with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and process monthly payroll for all employees in accordance with approved timelines and government policies.
• Verify employee attendance, leave records, deductions, and allowances to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Maintain and update employee payroll information within the HRIS system.
• Ensure compliance with relevant labor laws, tax regulations, and organizational policies.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports for management and audit purposes.
• Coordinate with Finance to process payments, benefits, and statutory contributions.
• Manage end-of-service settlements, gratuity calculations, and final payments.
• Handle payroll queries and provide timely resolutions to employee concerns.
• Support annual audits and provide necessary payroll documentation and reports.
• Continuously review payroll processes to identify opportunities for improvement and automation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, or payroll management certification) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll administration, preferably within the public sector or a large organization.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labor Law and payroll regulations.
• Experience using HR systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar HRIS platforms).

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Problem‑solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement