Payroll Accountant & HR Coordinator

Job Description

A dual-function role responsible for payroll administration, compensation management, and statutory compliance, while supporting the performance management and employee lifecycle processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and submit monthly payroll inputs and variables; coordinate with Finance for accurate and timely salary processing and disbursement

• Prepare and issue monthly payroll reports and manage leave balance monitoring

• Manage the end-to-end exit process including FNF calculations, final payment coordination, and issuance of exit documentation

• Coordinate the performance review cycle including probation reviews, new joiner evaluations, and preparation of outcome letters and documentation

• Administer employee benefits and maintain records for all compensation-related changes including increments, promotions, and grading

• Handle first-line employee queries and grievances; coordinate engagement activities and prepare HR correspondence as required

• Process statutory submissions, government portal transactions, and support audit and compliance activities

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field; professional certification in payroll or HR is an advantage

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in payroll and/or HR operations in a UAE-based organization with knowledge of local labour law and statutory compliance.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in MS Excel and HRMS / payroll software with strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail

• Well-organized and deadline-driven with strong communication skills; high level of discretion in handling confidential information

Requirements added by the job poster

• 1+ years of work experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 1+ years of work experience with Microsoft Excel