Payroll Executive

A payroll professional in an FM company will have standard payroll duties as well as responsibilities specific to the industry:

• End-to-End Payroll Processing: Manage the complete payroll cycle for a high volume of employees (potentially thousands), ensuring accurate and timely payment of salaries, bonuses, and deductions.
• Timekeeping and Attendance Management: Coordinate with site coordinators and line managers to gather and verify timesheets, overtime, leave (holiday and sickness), and expenses for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure strict adherence to local labor laws, social security regulations (e.g., WPS and GPSSA in the UAE), and tax requirements. This includes managing end-of-service benefits calculations and processing.
• System Management: Utilize and manage payroll and HRIS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) to process data, troubleshoot issues, and ensure data integrity.
• Reconciliation & Auditing: Prepare and reconcile payroll entries with general ledgers, assist with internal and external audits, and generate accurate financial reports for management and finance departments.
• Employee Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll queries, resolving discrepancies and providing clear communication regarding pay, benefits, and deductions.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field is typically required.
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years of proven payroll processing experience, ideally within the facilities management, hospitality, or construction industry, managing both site-based and corporate employees.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in payroll software and HRIS platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (data analysis, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of relevant payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and end-of-service calculations specific to the operational region (e.g., UAE labor laws).
• Soft Skills:
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills to coordinate with various departments (HR, Finance, site operations).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED2,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person