Payroll Specialist

Talaat Moustafa Group Saudi; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Talaat Moustafa Group Saudi in Riyadh is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage monthly payroll and ensure Saudi compliance. The role requires processing payroll in SAP and coordinating with HR and Finance to resolve payroll matters.

The successful candidate will maintain payroll data, manage deductions, and support audits while keeping confidential information secure and up-to-date with regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, accounting, finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in Saudi Arabia.
• Hands-on experience with SAP system required.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and Saudi labor regulations.
• Fluent in English; Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
• Review payroll inputs including salaries, allowances, deductions, overtime, leave, attendance, and adjustments.
• Process payroll through SAP system.
• Maintain and update employee payroll data in SAP Payroll / SAP HCM.
• Review payroll calculations and ensure accuracy of payroll records.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports, summaries, and reconciliation statements.
• Process additions, transfers, promotions, salary changes, and terminations in payroll system.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance on payroll matters.
• Handle employee inquiries related to salaries, deductions, allowances, and other payroll matters.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and errors promptly.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi labor regulations and payroll requirements.
• Manage deductions and social insurance requirements, including GOSI.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll data.
• Support audits by providing payroll reports and documentation.
• Stay updated on changes to payroll regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties related to payroll as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

SAP expertise

Saudi labor regulations knowledge

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP Payroll / SAP HCM

Job description

Job Summary:

Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing and processing the company’s monthly payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with applicable Saudi labor regulations and company policies. The role involves maintaining accurate payroll records, processing payroll through the SAP system, and coordinating with HR and Finance on payroll-related matters goals.

Responsibilities:

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
• Review and verify payroll inputs, including basic salaries, allowances, deductions, overtime, leave, attendance, and other adjustments.
• Process and manage monthly payroll through the SAP system.
• Maintain and update employee payroll data in SAP Payroll / SAP HCM.
• Review payroll calculations and ensure the accuracy of payroll records.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports, summaries, and reconciliation statements.
• Process employee additions, transfers, promotions, salary changes, and terminations in the payroll system.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance departments regarding payroll-related matters.
• Handle employee inquiries related to salaries, deductions, allowances, and other payroll matters.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and errors in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi labor regulations and payroll-related requirements.
• Manage and verify payroll-related deductions and social insurance requirements, including GOSI.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and personal information.
• Support internal and external audits by providing payroll reports and required documentation.
• Stay updated on changes to payroll regulations, labor laws, and company policies.
• Perform other duties related to payroll as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably within Saudi Arabia.
• Hands‑on experience with the SAP system is required.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and Saudi labor regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is preferred.