Senior Payroll Governance Lead – UAE & GCC

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is seeking an experienced payroll and finance leader to manage payroll accounting and GL bookings across multiple Middle East regions. The role emphasizes strong internal controls, regulatory compliance and collaboration with Group Finance and auditors.

The successful candidate will implement risk frameworks, monitor pension and insurance payments, and lead a team to ensure accurate month-end and year-end closings. FAB is a leading UAE bank with a global footprint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance or related discipline.
• 6+ years in payroll and finance, including 5 years in managerial positions.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll accounting and GL booking across UAE, KSA, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman.
• Establish and monitor internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end close with Group Finance.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors and maintain audit action plans.
• Implement HR Payroll & Payment Risk Framework including RCSA and KRI.
• Monitor incentives, insurance payments and pension compliance.
• Supervise and develop the assigned team.

Skills

Payroll management

Internal controls

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance or related discipline

Job description

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is seeking an experienced payroll and finance leader to manage payroll accounting and GL bookings across multiple Middle East regions. The role emphasizes strong internal controls, regulatory compliance and collaboration with Group Finance and auditors.

The successful candidate will implement risk frameworks, monitor pension and insurance payments, and lead a team to ensure accurate month-end and year-end closings. FAB is a leading UAE bank with a global footprint.