Officer - Payroll & Benefits Administration

About the Role

We are seeking a diligent and detail\-oriented Officer \- Payroll \& Benefits Administration to join our Human Resources team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll, compensation, benefits, attendance, leave, deductions, and end\-of\-service transactions. Reporting to the Team Leader \- Employee Relations \& Payroll, you will maintain precise employee records, handle routine employee queries, and collaborate across HR and support functions. Your work will ensure compliance with approved policies and UAE labour regulations while safeguarding the confidentiality and integrity of employee information.

Your Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and process payroll inputs including attendance, allowances, salary adjustments, loans, deductions, and other transactions to ensure accurate monthly payroll.
• Maintain and update payroll and employee records in HR systems, performing reconciliations and preliminary checks to identify discrepancies.
• Support compensation and benefits administration by processing approved salary adjustments, bonuses, benefits enrolment, and related transactions in line with policies and employment contracts.
• Monitor attendance and leave records, process leave transactions, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with employees and line managers.
• Assist in final settlement processing for employee separations, ensuring all calculations and documentation are accurate and compliant.
• Serve as a primary contact for routine payroll and benefits inquiries, providing clear and professional responses while escalating complex matters to leadership.
• Prepare and provide payroll, compensation, benefits, attendance, and separation reports for audits, management review, and compliance purposes.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with internal controls, HR policies, and applicable UAE labour legislation.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance payroll accuracy, service delivery, and record management efficiency.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline, with 1\-2 years of relevant experience in payroll administration, compensation and benefits, HR operations, or accounting. Experience working with HR information systems, payroll applications, or ERP platforms is highly desirable. Familiarity with UAE labour laws and practices is advantageous.

We seek someone with strong numerical and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks within strict deadlines. Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential for interacting with employees and stakeholders effectively. The candidate must demonstrate discretion in handling sensitive information and adhere strictly to compliance and confidentiality requirements. Proactive organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy and process improvement will ensure success in this role.