Payroll Accountant - Dubai (UAE Nationals only)

Purpose of Role:

The payroll accountant performs the end-to-end processing of UAE monthly payroll for employees and partners including all journal entries. He/She will also handle the following:

1. review and reconciliation of all payroll related GLs.
2. intercompany payroll and relevant IF entries.
3. Final settlements
4. Weekly payroll (Staff advances/Expenses)
5. Medical analysis
6. Monthly pension/DEWS
7. Review of EOSB balances
8. Adhoc assignments

Reports to:

Associate Director

Grade:

Senior Associate

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and approve new joiners' pay structures in the e-Pay system.
• Validate staff headcount and reconcile payroll data.
• Review, approve, and submit completed payroll files to secondary approver.
• Manage the addition and exit of partners in the manual payroll file based on confirmation from team.
• Update payments and deductions according to inputs from the UAE Payroll mailbox.
• Run Partner GL reports from SAP and update entries in the manual payroll file.
• Review and reconcile partner headcount and payroll data.
• Review and approve final settlement payments.
• Coordinate the request for funds in HSBC for settlement payments.
• Initiate payment processes (EFT/cheque) and forward them for Finance Manager/bank authorizer approvals.
• Review employee expenses and approve expense batches in SAP.
• Approve employee advance requests and partner payments.
• Manage entity transfers within MENA region.
• Conduct medical analysis as required.
• Facilitate statutory audit requirements related to payroll.
• Clear and review line items for accuracy.
• Analyze and manage monthly pension GL and DEWS payments.
• Perform GL clearing and pass journal vouchers.
• Handle mailbox inquiries from staff, talent, and partners.
• Manage ADGMA staff billing and payments.
• Prepare payslips for partners.
• Address other ad hoc requests related to payroll.
• Maintain and manage Payroll GL accounts.
• Provide support for policies and best practices in payroll administration.
• Foster and maintain relationships with talent, staff, and partners.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proven experience in payroll administration, preferably in a complex and multinational environment.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in using SAP and other payroll management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance in the UAE.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changes.
• Team player with excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent knowledge in MS office