Payroll Officer

UTEC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

UTEC in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks a detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join the Human Capital team at our manufacturing facility. You will manage monthly payroll, verify inputs, and ensure accuracy and confidentiality of employee data.

In this role, you will calculate salaries, allowances, deductions, and EOSB while maintaining compliance with Saudi Labor Law, GOSI, WPS, and Mudad submissions. Collaboration with HR and Finance is essential to resolve payroll issues and deliver timely reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, HR, business administration, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in payroll processing or payroll administration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Calculate employee salaries, overtime, allowances, deductions, bonuses, and other payroll-related payments.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new joiners, resignations, terminations, and salary adjustments.
• Calculate employee End of Service Benefits (EOSB), leave settlements, and final settlements in accordance with Saudi Labor Law.
• Manage GOSI contributions and ensure accurate monthly calculations and updates.
• Ensure compliance with the Wage Protection System (WPS) and manage salary submissions through the Mudad platform.
• Verify attendance, overtime, leave, and other payroll inputs before processing.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and other departments to resolve payroll-related issues.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documents.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure confidentiality of employee information.
• Support internal and external payroll audits.
• Ensure payroll processes comply with company policies and applicable Saudi regulations.
• Process employee advance requests, coordinate payments, and ensure accurate deductions and recovery through monthly payroll in accordance with company policies.

Skills

Payroll processing

GOSI knowledge

Microsoft Excel

HRMS/payroll systems

SAP

Oracle

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/HR/business

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join UTEC - Empowering Life! UTEC is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Officer to join our Human Capital team at our manufacturing facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Location: UTEC, 2nd Industrial City, Al Kharj Road, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Industry: Electrical Manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Calculate employee salaries, overtime, allowances, deductions, bonuses, and other payroll-related payments.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new joiners, resignations, terminations, and salary adjustments.
• Calculate employee End of Service Benefits (EOSB), leave settlements, and final settlements in accordance with Saudi Labor Law.
• Manage GOSI contributions and ensure accurate monthly calculations and updates.
• Ensure compliance with the Wage Protection System (WPS) and manage salary submissions through the Mudad platform.
• Verify attendance, overtime, leave, and other payroll inputs before processing.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and other departments to resolve payroll-related issues.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documents.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure confidentiality of employee information.
• Support internal and external payroll audits.
• Ensure payroll processes comply with company policies and applicable Saudi regulations.
• Process employee advance requests, coordinate payments, and ensure accurate deductions and recovery through monthly payroll in accordance with company policies.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 1-2 years of relevant experience in payroll processing or payroll administration.

Skills & Knowledge

• Good knowledge of payroll processes and applicable Saudi labor regulations.
• Familiarity with GOSI requirements and employee compensation administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Experience with HRMS or payroll systems; knowledge of SAP or Oracle is an advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet strict deadlines.
• Very Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

Why Join UTEC?

UTEC has been recognized as a Best Place to Work in the Middle East for the past four years. We're a fast-growing manufacturing leader focused on employee development, innovation, and meaningful work.