Payroll Specialist AE

Job Overview

We are hiring a meticulous and confidential Payroll Specialist to handle payroll operations ensuring timely and accurate employee payments. The candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of payroll methods, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to securely manage sensitive payroll and financial data.

Key Duties

• Conduct payroll processing with accuracy, adhering to fixed schedules.
• Review employee attendance, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and other payroll data.
• Compute wages, taxes, deductions, benefits, and payroll adjustments.
• Keep employee payroll records precise and current.
• Manage personnel changes including new hires, terminations, promotions, and salary modifications.
• Input payroll data correctly into payroll and HR information systems.
• Reconcile payroll output, detect, and resolve any inconsistencies.
• Address employee questions related to salary, deductions, benefits, and payroll information.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and internal units to resolve payroll issues.
• Prepare detailed payroll reports, summaries, and supporting documents.
• Assist with payroll tax filings, payments, and adherence to compliance standards.
• Maintain complete records of payroll transactions and associated documentation.
• Support audit processes by providing needed payroll documentation and reports.
• Monitor deadlines strictly to ensure timely completion of payroll activities.
• Keep updated with modifications in payroll policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Preserve confidentiality regarding employee earnings and personal details.
• Drive enhancements in payroll accuracy, efficiency, and procedures.

Qualifications and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of payroll processing and administration.
• Exceptional attention to detail and precision.
• In-depth understanding of payroll calculations, deductions, taxes, and employee benefits.
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience with payroll, HRIS, or accounting software systems.
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and effective time management.
• Strong problem-solving skills focused on reconciliation of payroll data.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Capability to manage multiple payroll projects and deadlines concurrently.
• Reliable record-keeping and documentation expertise.
• Comfortable working independently and collaborating with HR and Finance teams.
• Dependable and detail-oriented work ethic.

Experience and Other Requirements

• Prior work in payroll processing, payroll administration, accounting, finance, HR, or related areas.
• Hands-on experience managing payroll and employee compensation records.
• Competency in payroll software, HRIS platforms, or accounting systems.
• Proficient spreadsheet skills, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes, deductions, benefits, and legal compliance specific to the applicable region.
• Experience resolving payroll discrepancies through report reconciliation.
• Ability to meet strict payroll deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong digital literacy and computer skills.
• Capacity to discreetly manage confidential employee and financial information.
• Self-motivated and effective in a remote working setup with reliable internet and proper workspace.
• Professional, organized, trustworthy, and attentive to detail.
• English language proficiency, especially for roles involving communication with English-speaking colleagues or clients.

Additional Information

The employer provides a unique professional key upon application to help differentiate candidates and facilitate employer matching. The role is full-time, based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and classified under compensation and benefits within the software development industry.

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