Payroll Accountant (Recruitment Industry)

Job Summary:The Payroll Accountant will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processing for a high volume of employees and consultants within a recruitment/staffing environment. This role ensures accurate, timely salary disbursement, compliance with labour laws, and alignment with client billing and revenue cycles.Key Responsibilities:Process monthly payroll for permanent employees and outsourced consultants across multiple clients/projectsValidate timesheets, attendance, and client-approved billing data before payroll processingCoordinate with Account Managers and clients for timesheet approvals and discrepancy resolutionEnsure payroll is processed in compliance with UAE labor laws and company policiesReconcile payroll reports with finance records, invoices, and client collectionsManage WPS (Wage Protection System) file preparation and submissionHandle payroll-related bank transfers, salary disbursements, and follow-ups on failed transactionsMaintain accurate payroll records, employee data, and audit trailsSupport month-end closing activities, including accruals and payroll-related provisionsPrepare payroll reports, variance analysis, and cost breakdowns for managementAddress employee queries related to salary, deductions, and benefitsEnsure confidentiality of payroll and employee information at all timesKey Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field3–6 years of payroll/accounting experience, preferably in recruitment or outsourcing industryStrong understanding of payroll processing, WPS, and UAE labour lawExperience handling high-volume payroll (500+ employees/consultants preferred)Proficiency in Excel and payroll/accounting systems (e.g., Zen HR, Quickbooks, Zoho, or similar)Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlinesGood communication skills to coordinate with internal teams and clients#J-18808-Ljbffr