Payroll Executive

Purpose Owns end-to-end payroll processing for a 2,000+ employee workforce, ensuring accurate, compliant, and on-time salary disbursement through WPS, while supporting core accounting functions. Payroll accuracy at this scale directly affects employee trust, statutory compliance, and audit readiness.ScopePayroll processing — monthly payroll cycle, salary calculations, deductions, overtime, leave, and end-of-service settlements for 2,000+ employeesWPS compliance — timely and accurate WPS file generation and submission per UAE Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation (MOHRE) requirementsAccounts support — journal entries, payroll-related reconciliations, accruals, and coordination with the finance/accounts teamStatutory compliance — gratuity, leave salary, visa-linked payments, and other UAE labor law payroll obligationsEmployee query resolution — payslips, discrepancies, and payroll-related support across the workforceReporting — payroll reports, cost center allocations, and variance analysis for managementKey ResponsibilitiesProcess full payroll cycle accurately and on time for 2,000+ employees every monthGenerate and submit WPS files correctly, resolving any rejections or discrepancies promptlyMaintain payroll accuracy across new joiners, leavers, transfers, and salary changesCalculate and process end-of-service benefits, gratuity, and final settlements per UAE labor lawReconcile payroll accounts and support month-end/year-end closing with the accounts teamHandle payroll-related accounting entries — accruals, provisions, and cost allocationsResolve employee payroll queries and discrepancies promptly and professionallyMaintain payroll records, documentation, and audit trails for compliance and audit readinessStay current on UAE labor law and WPS regulatory changes, updating processes accordinglyRequirementsEssentialMinimum 5 years of payroll experience, with direct hands-on processing for 2,000+ employeesStrong working knowledge of WPS (Wages Protection System) — file generation, submission, and issue resolutionSolid accounting/accounts background — journal entries, reconciliations, month-end supportWorking knowledge of UAE labor law as it relates to payroll (gratuity, leave salary, end-of-service)Currently based in the UAEAvailable to join within one monthProficiency with payroll/HRMS software and Excel