Payroll Officer - Infrastructure & Construction

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Company: Ramah General Contracting & Transport LLC

About the Company:

Ramah General Contracting & Transport LLC is a leading construction company specializing in infrastructure projects, including roads, utilities, and heavy equipment operations. We are committed to delivering high-quality projects while maintaining compliance with contractual, financial, and regulatory requirements.

Job Summary

The Payroll Officer will be responsible for managing the company’s end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accurate salary computation, WPS compliance, and timely payments. The ideal candidate should have solid experience in payroll administration within the UAE, especially in the construction or transport sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and verify attendance, overtime, and leave data from project sites and HR.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records (new hires, resignations, salary changes, etc.).
• Calculate monthly payroll, including basic pay, allowances, deductions, and overtime.
• Process and upload payroll through the Wage Protection System (WPS) on time.
• Prepare monthly payroll and reconciliation reports for management and finance.
• Handle employee inquiries regarding salaries, pay slips, and deductions.
• Manage end-of-service benefits, final settlements, and gratuity calculations.
• Ensure full compliance with UAE Labour Law and company payroll policies.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance for salary transfers, accounting, and reporting.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee data.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1-2 years of payroll experience in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and Wage Protection System (WPS).
• Proficient in MS Excel and Payroll/ERP systems (Tally, Oracle, SAP, etc.).
• Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Job Type: Full-time