Payroll Officer

HealthCare Dynamics Gen. Trading Company W.L.L; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the trading sector seeks a meticulous Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate payroll processing and employee record maintenance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related fields and a minimum of one year’s payroll experience. The role involves compliance with tax laws and responding to payroll inquiries professionally. Proficiency in Excel and payroll software is essential for this role which also requires strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in payroll processing or a similar role.
• Ability to handle on-site responsibilities and flexible work requirements is preferred.
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain employee payroll records including attendance, overtime, and deductions.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and internal payroll policies.

Skills

Payroll principles

Labor law

Tax/social insurance regulations

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software systems

Job description

Job Purpose

To ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintaining employee records, and compliance with applicable laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain employee payroll records including attendance, overtime, deductions, and leaves.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, social insurance, and internal payroll policies.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance for updates on employee changes (new hires, resignations, promotions, etc.).
• Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees in a professional and confidential manner.
• Prepare payroll reports and summaries for management review.
• Assist with audits and ensure payroll documentation is properly maintained.
• Support month-end and year-end payroll closing activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in payroll processing or a similar role.
• Solid understanding of payroll principles, labor law, and tax/social insurance regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software systems.
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Ability to handle on-site responsibilities and flexible work requirements is preferred.