Payroll Specialist (HR)

DRL Marketing Management; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employment Visa

Medical Insurance

5-Day Working Week

Job summary

DRL Marketing Management in Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our HR & Finance team. You will manage the end-to-end UAE payroll lifecycle, ensure accurate salary processing and compliance with UAE labour regulations.

The ideal candidate has hands-on UAE payroll experience, WPS proficiency, MOHRE compliance, payroll reconciliation, benefits administration, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant payroll experience with strong UAE payroll exposure.
• Hands-on experience managing the complete UAE payroll cycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage the 360° UAE payroll process from input validation to final salary processing and reconciliation.
• Prepare and process monthly payroll accurately and within deadlines.
• Validate attendance, leave, overtime, allowances, deductions and other inputs.
• Manage WPS files and ensure timely salary disbursement.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with UAE Labour Law, MOHRE regulations and company policies.
• Prepare and review monthly payroll reports and reconciliation statements.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance on onboarding, transfers, salary changes and exits.
• Calculate End-of-Service benefits, final settlements and other settlements.

Skills

Payroll processing

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

WPS

Job description

Payroll Specialist (HR Department)

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Working Days: 5 Days per Week

Salary: AED 7,000 per Month

Benefits: Employment Visa & Medical Insurance

About the Role

We are looking for a highly detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join our HR & Finance team. The role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll lifecycle in the UAE, ensuring accurate and timely salary processing while maintaining compliance with UAE labour regulations and internal policies.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in UAE payroll, WPS, MOHRE compliance, payroll reconciliation, employee benefits, and final settlements, along with excellent analytical and Excel skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the 360° UAE payroll process from payroll input validation to final salary processing and reconciliation.
• Prepare and process monthly payroll accurately and within established deadlines.
• Validate attendance, leave, overtime, allowances, commissions, deductions, and other payroll inputs.
• Manage and process WPS salary files and ensure timely salary disbursement.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with UAE Labour Law, MOHRE regulations, and company policies.
• Prepare and review monthly payroll reports, payroll registers, and reconciliation statements.
• Manage employee salary changes, increments, deductions, and other payroll adjustments.
• Calculate and process End-of-Service benefits, final settlements, leave salary, and other employee settlements.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance teams on employee onboarding, transfers, salary changes, and exits.
• Prepare and distribute accurate employee payslips.
• Respond to payroll-related employee queries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date payroll and employee compensation records.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required payroll documentation and reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Stay updated on changes in UAE payroll regulations and statutory requirements.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant payroll experience, with strong UAE payroll exposure.
• Hands-on experience managing the complete UAE payroll cycle.
• Strong knowledge of WPS, MOHRE regulations, UAE Labour Law, and End-of-Service calculations.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict payroll deadlines.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: AED 7,000 per month
• Employment Visa
• Medical Insurance
• 5-Day Working Week
• Professional and collaborative working environment
• Career growth and development opportunities

If you are an experienced UAE Payroll professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.