54 Accounting Payroll jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Description

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

Job Description & Summary

Job Role: Manager

Location: United Arab Emirates

Service Line: Accounting and Payroll (A&P) Services

The A&P team is looking for a qualified ACA / ACCA Manager, with wide-ranging accounting / finance experience gained working within practice, to join the team.

Outsourced Accounting Services Include

• the preparation of statutory financial statements (SFS)
• bookkeeping and preparation of periodic management accounts
• Managing and controlling the preparation of local SFS for cross border clients

Advisory Services Include Advising Clients On

• statutory accounting compliance requirements
• Improvements to the SFS cycle i.e. the production, audit and filing of SFS
• providing skilled accountants on secondment where clients have a temporary need for additional resources.

Accounting Projects Includes

• Investigating, data gathering and analysing to ensure the accuracy and robustness of the statutory financial statements, usually for multi-national and multi entity organisations
• Preparation of compliance data to present to auditors as part of the year end compliance process
• Managing the delivery of the statutory compliance process for multi-entity, global organisations (i.e. the production, audit and filing of SFS)
• Support the clients on end-to-end financial statement closing process

An A&P Manager requires the ability to manage a portfolio of clients and manage a team to deliver a large and complex accounting and finance projects.

The Role Is For You If

• You possess an accounting professional qualification (e.g. ACA,CA, ACCA or an international equivalent)
• Strong accounting skills and technical knowledge on financial reporting matters including the ability to work from first principles.
• Very good working knowledge of IFRS and awareness of US GAAP.
• IT literate, ideally with some experience of accounting packages and very good excel spreadsheet skills.
• Highly professional attitude to leading a quality service on challenging assignments in a deadline driven environment, demonstrating flexibility in changing client environments.
• Self motivated with strong communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to develop and coach staff, working in a team environment.
• Able to manage teams to deliver large and complex finance and accounting projects
• Experience with business intelligence and performance management tools
• Significant abilities in supervising teams and fostering trust

Optional Skills

Job Posting End Date

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The Regional Payroll Accounting Officer is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll activities across multiple Middle Eastern countries in compliance with local labor laws tax regulations and company policies. This role supports both the Finance and HR departments by managing payroll accounting reconciliations audits and statutory filings while ensuring alignment with global corporate standards.

• Work closely with HR to ensure the processing monthly payrolls for employees across the region
• Ensure accurate salary calculations deductions benefits and tax withholdings.
• Review and validate payroll data submitted by HR teams and third-party vendors.
• Record payroll-related journal entries in accordance with IFRS
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of all payroll transactions and accruals (e.g. bonuses leaves end-of-service benefits).
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and management
• Prepare and submit statutory reports to local authorities (e.g. GOSI in KSA UAE MOHRE etc.)
• Participate in payroll system implementations or upgrades
• Propose and implement process improvements for efficiency and compliance.
• Monitor service-level agreements (SLAs) and ensure data confidentiality
• Assist in year-end processes such as Audit and Actuarial valuation of EOSB
• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to ensure data accuracy
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary adjustments

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance with 3-5 years of payroll accounting experience
• Proficiency in payroll software desired
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong knowledge of Middle Eastern labor laws and tax regulations (especially UAE KSA Qataretc.)
• Experience with payroll software and ERP systems (Oracle).
• Strong attention to detail time management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

The Regional Payroll Accounting Officer is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll activities across multiple Middle Eastern countries in compliance with local labor laws tax regulations and company policies. This role supports both the Finance and HR departments by managing payroll accounting reconciliations audits and statutory filings while ensuring alignment with global corporate standards.

• Work closely with HR to ensure the processing monthly payrolls for employees across the region
• Ensure accurate salary calculations deductions benefits and tax withholdings.
• Review and validate payroll data submitted by HR teams and third-party vendors.
• Record payroll-related journal entries in accordance with IFRS
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of all payroll transactions and accruals (e.g. bonuses leaves end-of-service benefits).
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and management
• Prepare and submit statutory reports to local authorities (e.g. GOSI in KSA UAE MOHRE etc.)
• Participate in payroll system implementations or upgrades
• Propose and implement process improvements for efficiency and compliance.
• Monitor service-level agreements (SLAs) and ensure data confidentiality
• Assist in year-end processes such as Audit and Actuarial valuation of EOSB
• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to ensure data accuracy
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary adjustments

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance with 3-5 years of payroll accounting experience
• Proficiency in payroll software desired
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong knowledge of Middle Eastern labor laws and tax regulations (especially UAE KSA Qataretc.)
• Experience with payroll software and ERP systems (Oracle).
• Strong attention to detail time management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Marex Group plc is a diversified global financial services platform, providing essential liquidity, market access and infrastructure services to clients in the energy, commodities and financial markets. It listed on Nasdaq Global Select Market in April 2024. With more than 35 offices in Europe, US and APAC, it has unique access across markets with significant share globally both on and off exchange. The depth of knowledge amongst its teams and divisions provides its customers with clear advantage, and its technology-led service provides access to all major exchanges, order-flow management via screen, voice and DMA, plus award-winning data, insights and analytics.

Responsible for the preparation, input, and reconciliation of multiple UK and International payrolls. Ensure compliance with local regulatory and tax authorities and year-end reporting. Ensure all internal controls and processes are followed and suggest process improvements. The role will work closely with Global Head of Payroll Operations and Statutory Reporting, Global Payroll Manager, other members of the payroll team based in UK, US and APAC regions, as well as the wider members of the HR team.

• Responsible for the timely preparation of UK, Abu Dhabi, Spain, Italy, Canada and India payrolls.
• Assist in the preparation of other international payrolls as and when required.
• Liaising with external payroll providers to ensure speedy resolution of issues and continuous improvement.
• First point of contact for employee questions about their pay.
• Maintain payroll processing system and records.
• Ensure that correct payments, reports, and returns are made to tax authorities across the UK and internationally as required.
• Key role in projects to streamline/automate the payroll processes by identifying improvements and implementing changes.
• Assist with the ongoing development of HRIS and Payroll Transformation projects.
• Provide expert advice on payroll related matters.
• Other ad-hoc projects.

The Company may require you to carry out other duties from time to time

• At least 10+ years’ experience with an in-depth knowledge of UK payroll regulations.
• Demonstrable skills covering end to end payroll processing of multiple UK and International payrolls.
• Highly experienced in processing payrolls in a fast-paced environment, where new challenges are there to be overcome.
• Proven experience of administering outsourced and in-house payrolls.
• Experience with setting up new branch office payrolls and onboarding teams following acquisitions.
• Advanced MS Excel Skills
• Good working knowledge of project methodologies and experience of working on multiple payroll related projects.
• Strong working knowledge of Payroll/HR systems such as Payrite, Sage People and ADP.
• Experience of working in a regulated environment and knowledge of the risk and compliance requirements associated with this.
• Self-starter with enthusiasm to get hands on involvement
• Numerate with good analytical and communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Engaging individual with the willingness to learn different products and different functions.
• Ability to manage time and multiple projects, meet deadlines and prioritise effectively.
• Ability to build trust and effectively network both internally and externally.
• Ability to communicate and explain complex issues clearly.
• Analytical mind set.
• Strategic collaborator with insight and agility, able to anticipate future challenges, ensuring operational effectiveness.

You must:

• Act with integrity
• Act with due skill, care and diligence
• Be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators
• Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
• Observe proper standard of market conduct

Acting as a role model for the values of the Company:

• Respect – Clients are at the heart of our business, with superior execution and superb client service the foundation of the firm. We respect our clients and always treat them fairly.
• Integrity – Doing business the right way is the only way. We hold ourselves to a high ethical standard in everything we do – our clients expect this and we demand it of ourselves.
• Collaborative – We work in teams – open and direct communication and the willingness to work hard and collaboratively are the basis for effective teamwork. Working well with others is necessary for us to succeed at what we do.
• Developing our People – Our people are the basis of our competitive advantage. We look to “grow our own” and make Marex the place ambitious, hardworking, talented people choose to build their careers.
• Adaptable and Nimble – Our size and flexibility is an advantage. We are big enough to support our client’s various needs, and adaptable and nimble enough to respond quickly to changing conditions or requirements. A non-bureaucratic, but well controlled environment fosters initiative as well as employee satisfaction.

Marex is fully committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the company.

Apt Resources is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role involves handling payroll processes with accuracy and supporting client accounts in the UAE.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining accurate payroll records and resolving discrepancies using SAP.
• Collaborating with HR and finance teams for timely and accurate salary disbursements.
• Providing support for Angolan client accounts related to payroll processes.
• Processing and managing payroll for a large workforce of 3000 employees.
• Ensuring accurate and timely payment of salaries and wages.
• Maintaining detailed payroll records and reports.
• Staying up-to-date on payroll regulations and legislation.
• Collaborating with HR to ensure data integrity and alignment of payroll with HR policies.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist in the UAE.
• Proficiency in SAP is essential.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, regulations, and compliance in the UAE.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to provide support for Angolan client accounts related to payroll processes.
• Experience in processing and managing payroll for a workforce of 3000 employees.
• Having an experience with Angolan laws is a plus.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary package.

The Regional Payroll Accounting Specialist plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless processing of payroll activities across multiple Middle Eastern countries, adhering to local labor laws and tax regulations. This position bridges the Finance and HR departments by overseeing payroll accounting reconciliations, audits, and statutory filings while maintaining alignment with global corporate standards.

• Collaborate closely with HR to ensure timely monthly payrolls for employees across the region
• Ensure accurate salary calculations, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings.
• Review and validate payroll data submitted by HR teams and third-party vendors.
• Record payroll-related journal entries in accordance with IFRS
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of all payroll transactions and accruals (e.g. bonuses, leaves, end-of-service benefits).
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and management
• Prepare and submit statutory reports to local authorities (e.g. GOSI in KSA, UAE MOHRE etc.)
• Participate in payroll system implementations or upgrades
• Propose and implement process improvements for efficiency and compliance.
• Monitor service-level agreements (SLAs) and ensure data confidentiality
• Assist in year-end processes such as Audit and Actuarial valuation of EOSB
• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to ensure data accuracy
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary adjustments

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 3-5 years of payroll accounting experience
• Proficiency in payroll software desired
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong knowledge of Middle Eastern labor laws and tax regulations (especially UAE, KSA, Qatar etc.)
• Experience with payroll software and ERP systems (Oracle).
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Work Environment:

No remote work option available

Employment Type:

Full-time employment

Marex Group plc is a diversified global financial services platform, providing essential liquidity, market access and infrastructure services to clients in the energy, commodities and financial markets. It listed on Nasdaq Global Select Market in April 2024. With more than 35 offices in Europe, US and APAC, it has unique access across markets with significant share globally both on and off exchange. The depth of knowledge amongst its teams and divisions provides its customers with clear advantage, and its technology-led service provides access to all major exchanges, order-flow management via screen, voice and DMA, plus award-winning data, insights and analytics.

Responsible for the preparation, input, and reconciliation of multiple UK and International payrolls. Ensure compliance with local regulatory and tax authorities and year-end reporting. Ensure all internal controls and processes are followed and suggest process improvements. The role will work closely with Global Head of Payroll Operations and Statutory Reporting, Global Payroll Manager, other members of the payroll team based in UK, US and APAC regions, as well as the wider members of the HR team.

• Responsible for the timely preparation of UK, Abu Dhabi, Spain, Italy, Canada and India payrolls.
• Assist in the preparation of other international payrolls as and when required.
• Liaising with external payroll providers to ensure speedy resolution of issues and continuous improvement.
• First point of contact for employee questions about their pay.
• Maintain payroll processing system and records.
• Ensure that correct payments, reports, and returns are made to tax authorities across the UK and internationally as required.
• Key role in projects to streamline/automate the payroll processes by identifying improvements and implementing changes.
• Assist with the ongoing development of HRIS and Payroll Transformation projects.
• Provide expert advice on payroll related matters.
• Other ad-hoc projects.

The Company may require you to carry out other duties from time to time

• At least 10+ years' experience with an in-depth knowledge of UK payroll regulations.
• Demonstrable skills covering end to end payroll processing of multiple UK and International payrolls.
• Highly experienced in processing payrolls in a fast-paced environment, where new challenges are there to be overcome.
• Proven experience of administering outsourced and in-house payrolls.
• Experience with setting up new branch office payrolls and onboarding teams following acquisitions.
• Advanced MS Excel Skills
• Good working knowledge of project methodologies and experience of working on multiple payroll related projects.
• Strong working knowledge of Payroll/HR systems such as Payrite, Sage People and ADP.
• Experience of working in a regulated environment and knowledge of the risk and compliance requirements associated with this.
• Self-starter with enthusiasm to get hands on involvement
• Numerate with good analytical and communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Engaging individual with the willingness to learn different products and different functions.
• Ability to manage time and multiple projects, meet deadlines and prioritise effectively.
• Ability to build trust and effectively network both internally and externally.
• Ability to communicate and explain complex issues clearly.
• Analytical mind set.
• Strategic collaborator with insight and agility, able to anticipate future challenges, ensuring operational effectiveness.

You must:

• Act with integrity
• Act with due skill, care and diligence
• Be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators
• Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
• Observe proper standard of market conduct

Acting as a role model for the values of the Company:

• Respect – Clients are at the heart of our business, with superior execution and superb client service the foundation of the firm. We respect our clients and always treat them fairly.
• Integrity – Doing business the right way is the only way. We hold ourselves to a high ethical standard in everything we do – our clients expect this and we demand it of ourselves.
• Collaborative – We work in teams – open and direct communication and the willingness to work hard and collaboratively are the basis for effective teamwork. Working well with others is necessary for us to succeed at what we do.
• Developing our People – Our people are the basis of our competitive advantage. We look to "grow our own" and make Marex the place ambitious, hardworking, talented people choose to build their careers.
• Adaptable and Nimble – Our size and flexibility is an advantage. We are big enough to support our client's various needs, and adaptable and nimble enough to respond quickly to changing conditions or requirements. A non-bureaucratic, but well controlled environment fosters initiative as well as employee satisfaction.

Marex is fully committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the company.

• Process and manage payroll for all employees, including salaried, hourly, and contract staff.
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and benefits in accordance with company policies and UAE labor law.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, and leave balances.
• Prepare and distribute pay slips and other payroll-related documents.
• Address payroll-related queries from employees and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with HR, finance, and other departments to ensure accurate and up-to-date payroll information.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and regulatory authorities as required.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary adjustments.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in the automotive or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of payroll practices, UAE labor law, and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

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Warehouse No 5,22nd Street, Al Quoz Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Payroll Specialist - Middle East

Core Responsibilities

• Supports first time quality execution of payroll for Middle East countries as assigned to ensure accurate and timely payroll processes
• Addresses employees' inquiries by providing prompt resolutions
• Facilitates issues resolution by engaging with CloudPay and TCS representatives to align on features, integrations (pre and post payroll)
• Supports preparation for complex payroll and timekeeping management reports
• Ensures robust payroll process documentation
• Teams with other Boeing organizations (e.g. Human Resources, Compensation and Benefits, Business Support Managers in region) to address and support cross-organizational payroll process
• Analyzes and helps interpret sophisticated, policies and payroll per in country regulatory requirements
• Ensures and maintains compliance and provides inputs for improving internal controls

Basic Requirements

• Advanced understanding and knowledge of Middle East (eg UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar) countries payroll statutory requirements
• Minimum 3 years experience in international payroll
• Experience of payroll and timekeeping platforms, including vendor relationships
• Understanding of pre payroll requirements, exception scenarios and ability to analyze and troubleshoot post payroll discrepancies
• Ability to understand the big picture and the inter-relationships of all positions and activities in the different HR, Payroll, Timekeeping & Attendance systems, and process including the impact of changes in one area on another area.
• Ability to see and understand the inter-relationships between components of systems and plans, anticipate future events, and apply the principles of systems thinking to accelerate performance.

Behavioral Attributes

• Ensure Positive Employee Experience
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Build Positive Relationships
• Problem Solving & Critical thinking
• Digital Literacy
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

This requisition is for an international, locally hired position in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll and will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and in accordance with applicable UAE law. Employment is subject to the candidate's ability to satisfy all UAE labor and immigration formalities.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 08, 2025

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Arab Emirates)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.