Senior Payroll Specialist

About OSUS:Our journey began in 2006 in the city of Riyadh, driven by an ambitious vision to lead the next generation of commercial, residential, and mixed-use real estate projects. Since then, we have continued to establish our presence as a developer redefining the concept of real estate development through projects rooted in integration, innovation, thoughtful design, and modern technological solutions that elevate the end-user experience, whether individuals or businesses. We believe that mixed-use developments represent the future of urban planning. Guided by this vision, we create projects that merge urban functions into a single space, reshaping daily life in a more efficient and flexible way. We design vibrant destinations where living and working intersect, and where commercial and entertainment facilities harmonize within an integrated environment, fulfilling individual aspirations and supporting the growth of modern communities. At OSUS, we continue to build on this approach, inspired by Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and committed to developing real estate solutions that elevate the urban landscape, meet the ambitions of individuals and investors, and align with the evolving nature of cities and future lifestyles.Job Summary:The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for administering payroll, compensation, benefits, and employee-related financial transactions accurately and confidentially. The role ensures timely payroll cycle execution, proper handling of statutory and government-related payments, alignment with approved policies, and effective coordination with Finance on reconciliations, reporting, and period-end closing activities. The role holder supports cost control, maintains accurate employee compensation records, and contributes to continuous improvement in payroll and rewards processes.Responsibilities are not limited to:Administer and process the monthly payroll cycle, including payroll inputs, adjustments, deductions, overtime, and final settlements.Calculate employee compensation, allowances, benefits, and end-of-service related payments in line with approved policies and contractual terms.Manage employee-related government fees, statutory subscriptions, and required registrations through relevant platforms and authorities.Maintain accurate payroll and compensation records and ensure proper documentation, filing, and confidentiality of employee financial data.Coordinate with Finance to ensure accurate payroll posting, reconciliation, accruals, and employee cost reporting.Monitor payroll and other HR-related costs against budget and support variance analysis and management reporting.Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end HR financial closing activities and provide required schedules and reconciliations.Review payroll outputs and employee payment transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance before final release.Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external service providers on payroll, insurance, benefits, and employee financial matters.Respond to employee queries related to payroll, benefits, deductions, and entitlements in a timely and professional manner.Ensure compliance with internal HR policies, financial controls, labor regulations, and confidentiality requirements.Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager within the scope of the role.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.3-5 years of relevant experience in payroll, compensation & benefits, or HR operations with strong payroll exposure.Strong understanding of payroll processing, employee cost accounting, reconciliations, and period-end closing support.Familiarity with government and statutory platforms and requirements, including GOSI, Qiwa, Mudad, and related processes.Advanced proficiency in Excel and good working knowledge of HRIS / ERP systems.Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential data with high accuracy.Good communication skills in Arabic and English, with the ability to coordinate effectively with Finance and other stakeholders.