Payroll Specialist

Confidential; As Sudiyah; On-site; OMR 6,200 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Riyadh to manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensure accuracy of salaries and entitlements, and maintain regulatory compliance. You will coordinate with HR and finance to validate attendance, deductions, and benefits.

The role requires 2+ years of payroll experience, strong Excel and Power BI skills, and fluency in English and Arabic. Familiarity with ERP/HRMS is preferred, and the incumbent will handle documentation for audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, HR, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of payroll administration experience.
• Hands-on with MenaME Payroll System mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, GOSI, WPS, and payroll compliance.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll including salaries, allowances, deductions, and overtime.
• Review attendance, absences, delays, and overtime with HR.
• Maintain and update employee records in payroll system.
• Monitor salary adjustments, promotions, and final settlements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Bilingual: English & Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or HR

Tools

MenaME Payroll System

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

ERP/HRMS systems

Job description

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Food & Beverage Manufacturing / Retail

Position: Payroll Specialist

Department: HR & Finance

Position Overview:

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing and processing employee payroll, ensuring accuracy of salaries, deductions, and benefits, while maintaining compliance with company policies and local labor regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing & Management:

• Process monthly payroll including salaries, allowances, deductions, and overtime.
• Ensure accurate calculation of employee entitlements such as end-of-service benefits, leave balances, and GOSI.
• Review and validate attendance, absences, delays, and overtime in coordination with HR.

Employee Data & System Updates:

• Maintain and update employee records in the payroll system.
• Ensure all changes (salary adjustments, promotions, allowances) are accurately reflected.
• Monitor employee status changes and ensure proper final settlements.

Deductions & Adjustments:

• Manage and record deductions (loans, advances, penalties).
• Ensure compliance with company policies and Saudi labor law.
• Handle payroll corrections when needed.

Reconciliation & Reporting:

• Review payroll reports before processing.
• Prepare periodic payroll reports.
• Maintain proper documentation for audit purposes.

Compliance & Coordination:

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations.
• Coordinate with HR and other departments.
• Handle employee payroll inquiries.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of payroll administration experience.
• Hands-on experience with MenaME Payroll System is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, GOSI regulations, WPS, and payroll compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI for payroll reporting, data analysis, reconciliation, and dashboard development.
• Experience working with ERP and HRMS systems.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.