Payroll Officer

confidential; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization in Jeddah is seeking a Payroll Operations Specialist responsible for managing payroll processing with a strong focus on compliance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years of payroll experience. This role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in payroll systems, and excellent communications skills in Arabic and English. Join us to ensure the seamless operation of payroll and benefits while contributing to compliance and reporting.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of proven payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of compliance and compensation practices.
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and maintain payroll systems and procedures.
• Address payroll-related inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Conduct internal audits and collaborate with external auditors.

Skills

Payroll management

Labor laws knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Payroll Operations Specialist is responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance with company policies, and adherence to labor laws. The role involves developing and maintaining payroll systems, preparing bank uploads, and collaborating with HR and Finance to ensure seamless payroll, compensation, and benefits operations. In addition, this role contributes to compliance, regulatory reporting, internal and external audits, and provides insights to support workforce planning and budgeting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance with company policies, and adherence to labor laws.
• Develop and maintain payroll systems and procedures to streamline processes and ensure timely disbursement.
• Collaborate with Finance and HR to prepare payroll forecasts, budgeting insights, and reconciliations.
• Address payroll-related inquiries from employees and resolve issues promptly.
• Prepare bank upload files on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Ensure payroll, compensation, and benefits practices comply with labor laws and company policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and implement required adjustments.
• Conduct internal audits and collaborate with external auditors to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Prepare and oversee annual actuarial reports for compliance and accuracy in benefits reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on payroll costs, benefits utilization, and HRIS metrics.
• Provide insights into payroll and compensation data, identifying trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Support workforce planning and budgeting exercises with accurate payroll and compensation projections.
• Serve as the primary contact for internal and external auditors, ensuring timely documentation and compliance.
• Contribute to the development of HR policies, systems, and processes to ensure consistency across the organization.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Familiarity with SAP SuccessFactors or similar payroll management systems.
• 2–4 years of proven payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, payroll compliance, and compensation practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll/HRIS systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information with integrity.
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with HR, Finance, and external auditors.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet strict deadlines.