Accountant - Payroll

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process for all employees in compliance with UAE labor laws, including accurate calculation of wages, deductions, allowances, and overtime.
  
• Prepare and distribute monthly payroll reports, payslips, and annual tax forms to employees within designated timeframes.
  
• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate and up-to-date employee records, including new hires, terminations, promotions, salary adjustments, and benefit changes in accordance with UAE labor regulations.
  
• Ensure adherence to UAE payroll and entitlements regulations, including tax obligations, social security contributions, and benefits provisions.
  
• Perform regular audits of payroll data to identify discrepancies, errors, or potential issues and take corrective actions as required.
  
• Manage employee entitlements, such as annual leave, sick leave, and other paid time off, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and utilization according to UAE labor laws.
  
• Liaise with government authorities and external vendors for the timely submission of payroll-related filings, including WPS reports, social security reports, and other mandatory reports.
  
• Stay up-to-date with changes in UAE labor laws and regulations related to payroll and entitlements, ensuring compliance and making necessary adjustments to processes and procedures.
  
• Provide guidance and support to employees on payroll-related matters, including tax withholding, deductions, and other payroll inquiries.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate payroll and entitlements data into the general ledger and financial statements.
  
• Assist with ad-hoc projects, financial analyses, and audits as assigned by the finance manager or senior leadership.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field and Qualified Accountant (CA, CPA, or related entitlements)
  
• With at least 10-15 years in an accounting role at a tier 1 organization of which at least 5 years of experience in payroll.
  
• Proven knowledge in computerized accounting processes/payroll systems (Knowledge of Oracle Finance is an advantage).
  
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws, payroll regulations, and entitlements provisions.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
  
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
  
  

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