Payroll Specialist

Job Purpose:We are seeking a motivated Payroll Specialist to join our team in supporting payroll operations across multiple GCC countries. The role contributes to accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing, with a particular focus on commission calculation and payout, and offers a strong foundation for building a career in regional payroll and compensation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support end-to-end payroll cycles across GCC countries under the guidance of senior team members.Calculate, verify, and process employee commissions in line with company commission schemes, sales data, and approved targets.Reconcile commission data with Sales and Finance teams and resolve any discrepancies before payroll closure.Assist in ensuring compliance with each country's labor laws, social insurance, and end-of-service regulations.Collect, consolidate, and reconcile monthly payroll data from multiple entities to support timely salary disbursements.Review and validate other variable elements such as overtime, incentives, and deductions.Coordinate with HR, Finance, and local partners to resolve payroll discrepancies and maintain data integrity.Assist in processing expatriate payroll, including allowances, relocation benefits, and cross-border transfers.Prepare regional payroll and commission reports, analytics, and cost summaries for management review using Excel.Contribute to process improvement and standardization initiatives across GCC payroll functions.Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation, ensuring confidentiality at all times.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred), Finance, or Human Resources.Fresh graduate or up to 1 year of experience in payroll, accounting, or HR (internships and training programs count).Fluent English, both written and spoken (must).Good level of proficiency in MS Excel (must).Strong numerical skills and the ability to accurately calculate commissions and incentives.Basic understanding of payroll concepts is a plus.