Payroll Specialist

Maximus Gulf Recruitment; Dammam; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the HR & Admin sector is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processes for employees. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience with Oracle NetSuite. Responsibilities include processing payroll, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with local labor laws.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of practical experience in payroll processing.
• Proven experience managing payroll using Oracle NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll for all employees using Oracle NetSuite.
• Maintain and update payroll records, employee data, working hours, and leave balances.

Skills

Proficiency in payroll of Oracle NetSuite

Strong mathematical and analytical skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Knowledge of labor laws and regulations

Time management and organization skills

Communication and interpersonal abilities

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Understanding of accounting principles

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Multi-tasking capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title : Payroll Specialist

Report to : HR Operations Supervisor

Department : HR & Admin

Priority : Only Saudi National

Key Responsibilities:

• Process monthly payroll for all employees using Oracle NetSuite in accordance with company policies and local labor laws.


• Maintain and update payroll records, employee data, working hours, and leave balances accurately.


• Calculate salaries and entitlements including overtime, deductions, allowances, bonuses, and final settlements.


• Review and reconcile payroll reports, addressing discrepancies prior to approval.


• Coordinate with HR and Finance to update employee data such as new hires, promotions, terminations, and leave adjustments.


• Prepare periodic payroll reports and financial disclosures required for internal and external audits.


• Handle employee inquiries regarding salaries, deductions, and payslips in a professional and confidential manner.


• Ensure compliance with GOSI, and end-of-service benefit requirements.


• Provide necessary payroll documentation to support internal or external audits.


• Stay informed about changes in labor laws, and social security requirements and implement them accordingly.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• 2-4 years of practical experience in payroll processing.


• Proven experience managing payroll using Oracle NetSuite (mandatory).


• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and compliance with Saudi Labor Law.


• Solid understanding of GOSI, and end-of-service benefits.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.


• Knowledge of manual payroll calculation and adjustments when necessary.


• High degree of confidentiality, attention to detail, and accuracy.


• Strong communication skills and problem-solving ability.


• Fluency in Arabic & English (written and spoken).

Skills

Skills:
1. Proficiency in payroll of Oracle NetSuite
2. Strong mathematical and analytical skills
3. Attention to detail and accuracy
4. Knowledge of labor laws and regulations
5. Time management and organization skills
6. Communication and interpersonal abilities
7. Problem-solving and decision-making skills
8. Understanding of accounting principles
9. Ability to maintain confidentiality
10. Multi-tasking capabilities