Role Overview:
In this position, you will oversee and manage the monthly payroll for employees across the MENAT region, ensuring compliance with local legislation and company policies. You’ll collaborate with the Finance and HR teams to prepare, review, and reconcile payroll reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all payroll-related tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and process monthly payroll for employees in the MENAT region, adhering to local laws and internal company policies.
- Work with Finance and HR departments to prepare, review, and reconcile payroll data and reports.
- Maintain precise and up-to-date records of employee salaries, deductions, taxes, and benefits.
- Ensure full compliance with labor laws, social insurance, and tax regulations across all countries in the region.
- Communicate with external payroll vendors, auditors, and government bodies as required.
- Support audits by providing the necessary payroll data and documentation.
- Address employee queries regarding pay slips, deductions, and payroll discrepancies with professionalism and accuracy.
- Continuously evaluate payroll processes for potential improvements and increased efficiency.
- Use HR and payroll systems (experience with HITS is essential; Workday knowledge is preferred) to maintain data integrity and consistency.
- Collaborate with HRBPs and Finance teams on payroll budgets, cost allocations, and reporting.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Accounting background preferred).
- At least 4 years of payroll experience within a multinational organization.
- Proficiency in HR/payroll systems, with HITS experience being a must; Workday exposure is a plus.
- Proven experience handling payroll for multiple countries in the MENAT region.
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis).
- Strong understanding of tax laws, social insurance, and labor regulations.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
- High attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.