Payroll Specialist

The Role
Job Purpose The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, supporting payroll system implementation, and driving process improvements across the payroll function. The role involves managing compliance, streamlining workflows, and partnering with HR, Finance, and external vendors to deliver efficient, accurate, and well-controlled payroll operations. Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing & Compliance • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Validate and reconcile payroll data, including attendance, overtime, deductions, benefits, and allowances. • Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws, statutory requirements, and company policies. • Generate payroll reports and provide insights to HR and Finance for decision-making. Implementation & Process Improvement • Support the implementation of payroll systems and contribute to payroll migration projects. • Collaborate with HRIS, Finance, and IT teams to align payroll systems with HR and financial processes. • Identify, design, and implement process enhancements to improve payroll accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. • Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for payroll activities. • Participate in payroll audits and ensure proper documentation and controls are in place. Stakeholder Collaboration • Serve as the point of contact for payroll-related queries from employees and managers, ensuring issues are resolved promptly. • Liaise with HR and Finance teams to support budgeting, cost allocation, and compensation planning. • Manage vendor relationships with payroll service providers and government authorities. Reporting & Analytics • Prepare payroll dashboards and ad-hoc reports for management. • Provide analysis on payroll trends, variances, and budget forecasts. • Contribute to HR reporting, including headcount, C&B, and compliance data. Key Result Areas • Accurate and timely delivery of payroll cycles. • Successful participation in payroll system implementation and process transition projects. • Up-to-date payroll SOPs, policies, and compliance documentation. • Effective collaboration with HR, Finance, and vendors to resolve payroll issues. • Continuous improvement initiatives that reduce errors, improve efficiency, and enhance employee experience.

Requirements
Experience • 3–5 years of payroll experience, preferably in the UAE or GCC. • Hands-on involvement in payroll system implementation or process migration projects. • Experience in multi-country payroll is an advantage. Education • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field. • Payroll or HRIS certification (e.g., CIPD, CPP, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM) is a plus. Skills • Strong knowledge of payroll processes, systems, and statutory compliance. • Proficiency with HRIS/Payroll software (SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.). • High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality. • Analytical skills with the ability to generate and interpret payroll reports. • Strong organizational and time management abilities. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

About the company
Cloud Spaces, Aldar group's pioneering brand is a business and lifestyle co-working space with a lively and welcoming environment that is ideal for those looking for an inspiring place to work. It is Middle East's first coworking space located within a shopping mall, Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi ,our flagship location becoming the first shopping mall in this region to harbour such a concept within its premises. Our recent Expansion in Abu Dhabi Global Market financial centre has also given international clients a platform to conduct business and grow in the region. We offer a variety of contemporary and modern workspaces designed to deliver comfort and spark motivation. A co-working space solutions for anyone who is a creative entrepreneur, freelancer , large business entity or an SME by creating an environment to work, connect and collaborate. It is designed to offer a variety of solutions to suit work needs and unleash creativity, from fully furnished office suites, to spacious and ventilated lounges, sound-proof cubicles, open work desks and fully-equipped meeting rooms. Opportunity to work within a community and meet other professionals, and give a platform for business to grow to greater heights. The coworking zones make it easy for professionals from different companies to meet and form mutually beneficial business relationships. Considering the expansion plans, the company is looking out for professionals from various sectors who are committed and are ready to strive with the companies vision.