14 Payroll Accountant jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are?

We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we’ve been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies, making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

1. Responsible for the preparation and processing of monthly payroll for EnerMech FZE, UAE, Qatar, KSA, Bahrain, and Temporary Contractors (Manually).
2. Validating approved timesheets and expense claims submitted by the employees.
3. Applying payments in HSBC Online Platform (Bank Transfer and WPS Payment).
4. Coordinating with HR and validating each employee contract to ensure current payments are in accordance with the signed contracts.
5. Updating and maintaining payroll records and providing inputs to ADP.
6. Preparing payroll coding reports for management.
7. Sending payslips to each employee for their record (Manually).
8. Responding to payroll-related inquiries and resolving concerns.
9. Demonstrating a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
10. Applying EnerMech Group and, where appropriate, Client's Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Procedures.
11. Ensuring that all Quality and operational procedures as identified in EnerMech QA Manuals are adhered to at all times.
12. Maintaining and embracing ownership of departmental policies and procedures.
13. Having 2-3 years of experience in Payroll or a related field.
14. Having excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
15. Possessing problem-solving ability, analytical, and numerical skills.
16. Understanding payroll processes.
17. Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
18. Ability to work individually and adhere to deadlines.
19. Having good communication skills.

Essential:

• High School Diploma or bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field.

Personal Qualities

• 2 years of experience in Payroll or a related field.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Problem-solving ability, analytical, and numerical skills.
• Understanding payroll processes.

Our client is a large Dubai based group active in a diverse range of business such as luxury retail and distribution across the Middle East.

They currently seek an experienced Payroll Accountant to join their Head Office in Dubai.

1. Process the monthly payroll for companies handled including leave administration, pension computation as well as additions and deductions to ensure timely transfer of salaries through appropriate channels.
2. Manage and administer leave of all employees including processing of leave benefit settlement of staff proceeding on annual leave and tallying of leave accrued, leave applied vs. leave taken etc.
3. Verify the check-list of formalities to be completed at the time of an employee's severance or when being transferred from one Group company to another to process full and final settlement of dues accruing to the employee.
4. Reimburse HR related bills according to entitlement, process payment vouchers for HR related services like training, recruitment invoices, insurance, etc, and charge Group companies as per advice.
5. Assist, both internal as well as external auditors to enable them to complete the audit procedures smoothly and as per schedule.
6. Prepare and submit periodically, reports relating to salary (JVs, gratuity & leave passage provisions) claim reimbursements, final settlement accounts etc., for proper allocation & accounting.

1. Must have 3 years to 5 years relevant experience.
2. Graduate preferably in Commerce.
3. High Computer Literacy competencies are required.
4. Should have good command of spoken and written English.

Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of HR, Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Sales, Secretarial & Business Support, Management Consulting and Engineering recruitment expertise. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs.

So we always listen, constantly learn, occasionally challenge and frequently advise. It's all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Based in Dubai since 2006, our office covers the GCC and Levant countries and with the right regional expertise, we are the leading specialists.

We're growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment and results.

Areas of specialties we recruit for are: Human Resources, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, Sales, Secretarial & Business Support, Executive Search, Banking & Financial Services, Management Consulting and Engineering.

We are?

We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we've been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that support the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies, making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

• Responsible for the preparation and processing of monthly payroll for EnerMech FZE, UAE, Qatar, KSA, Bahrain, and Temporary Contractors. (Manually)
• Validating approved timesheets and expense claims submitted by employees.
• Applying payments in HSBC Online Platform (Bank Transfer and WPS Payment)
• Coordinating with HR and validating each employee contract to ensure current payments are in accordance with the signed contracts.
• Updating and maintaining payroll records and providing inputs to ADP.
• Preparing payroll coding reports for management.
• Sending payslips to each employee for their record. (Manually)
• Responding to payroll-related inquiries and resolving concerns.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
• Applying EnerMech Group and, where appropriate, Client's Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Procedures.
• Ensuring that all Quality and operational procedures as identified in EnerMech QA Manuals are adhered to at all times.
• Maintaining and embracing ownership of departmental policies and procedures.
• 2-3 years of experience in Payroll or a related field.
• Excellent in Microsoft Excel/Word.
• Problem-solving ability, analytical and numeracy skills.
• Understanding of payroll processes.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work individually and adhere to deadlines.
• Good communication skills.

Essential:

• High School Diploma or bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field.

Personal Qualities

• 2 years of experience in Payroll or a related field.
• Excellent in Microsoft Excel/Word.
• Problem-solving ability, analytical and numeracy skills.
• Understanding of payroll processes.
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We are?

We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we've been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies, making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

1. Responsible for the preparation and processing of monthly payroll for EnerMech FZE, UAE, Qatar, KSA, Bahrain, and Temporary Contractors (Manually).
2. Validating approved timesheets and expense claims submitted by the employees.
3. Applying payments in HSBC Online Platform (Bank Transfer and WPS Payment).
4. Coordinating with HR and validating each employee contract to ensure current payments are in accordance with the signed contracts.
5. Updating and maintaining payroll records and providing inputs to ADP.
6. Preparing payroll coding reports for management.
7. Sending payslips to each employee for their record (Manually).
8. Responding to payroll-related inquiries and resolving concerns.
9. Demonstrating a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
10. Applying EnerMech Group and, where appropriate, Client's Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Procedures.
11. Ensuring that all Quality and operational procedures as identified in EnerMech QA Manuals are adhered to at all times.
12. Maintaining and embracing ownership of departmental policies and procedures.
13. Having 2-3 years of experience in Payroll or a related field.
14. Having excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
15. Possessing problem-solving ability, analytical, and numerical skills.
16. Understanding payroll processes.
17. Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
18. Ability to work individually and adhere to deadlines.
19. Having good communication skills.

Essential:

• High School Diploma or bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field.

Personal Qualities

• 2 years of experience in Payroll or a related field.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Problem-solving ability, analytical, and numerical skills.
• Understanding payroll processes.

Who We Are:

Metropolitan Group has been delivering outstanding real estate services across the UAE since 2008. Our flagship agency, Metropolitan Premium Properties, is one of the most awarded in Dubai and is consistently recognised by top developers like Emaar, DAMAC, Meraas, and more.

We've built a people-first culture – one that focuses on nurturing talent, supporting growth, and creating an environment where people thrive. That's why we've been recognised as a Great Place to Work and ranked among the UAE's Top 10 Best Workplaces.

What You Will Do:

Payroll Management:

• Business analysis of current payroll process, new process description, approval and implementation.
• Process and manage payroll for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate payment.
• Maintain payroll processing system and records by gathering, calculating, and inputting data.
• Ensure compliance with federal and local payroll, wage (WPS) and best practices.
• Prepare and submit all necessary payroll-related reports and documentation.
• Manage accounting-related software and tools, ensuring they are up-to-date and functioning properly.
• Collaborate with HR, Accounting and Finance to ensure accurate employee data and financial reporting.

KPI Management:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive KPI tracking system.
• Collect, analyze, and report on key performance indicators across various departments.
• Work with department heads to identify and implement improvements based on KPI analysis.
• Prepare regular KPI reports and presentations for senior management.
• Monitor trends and identify areas for improvement to support strategic planning.
• Provide insights and recommendations to drive organizational performance and efficiency.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with all payroll-related regulations and standards.
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing required payroll information and reports.
• Stay current with changes in payroll laws and regulations.

Who We Are Looking For:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 2 years of payroll management experience, with a strong understanding of payroll systems and compliance.
• Familiarity with payroll and accounting software.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookup, data analysis, and reporting).
• Proficient in payroll software and financial systems.

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Results-oriented with a proactive mindset.
• Analytical, strong communication and organizational skills.

Why Metropolitan?

• A leading real estate company in the UAE, with 15+ years of experience and 8 offices across 4 cities.
• Certified Great Place to Work, ranked in the UAE's Top 10 Workplaces for 4 consecutive years.
• Diverse and inclusive environment with 1000+ employees, 65+ nationalities and 40+ languages.
• Career growth and internal mobility are actively supported, proven by countless success stories.
• Everything is provided to help you work efficiently and comfortably, from specialist equipment and training to break areas and Friday treats.
• A people-first culture that recognises success, acts on feedback, rewards loyalty, and actively drives positive change.
• Company-wide referral programs across 10+ services, with generous rewards for successful referrals.

Ready to Apply?

If this role feels like the right fit for your next career move, please submit your CV in English. Here's what to expect from the hiring process:

• Recruiter Interview: A casual conversation to get to know you better.
• Technical Assessment: A short task to help us both assess your skills and fit for the role.
• Hiring Manager Interview: A focused discussion with your potential line manager about the role and expectations.
• C-Level Interview: A final conversation with the relevant leader, if not already involved.

We look forward to meeting driven, talented people ready to be part of Metropolitan's next chapter.

Job Description:
Bosco group of companies is looking for a qualified and motivated Accountant to join their team. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in accounting and administration and be flexible to work anywhere within the UAE.

Requirements:
-Bachelor's or Master's degree in Commerce (B.Com / M.Com)
-Proven experience in accounting and administrative functions
-Proficiency in MS Office Suite and accounting software
-Strong communication skills in both English and Hindi
-Willingness to work and relocate anywhere in the UAE
-High attention to detail and
-Excellent organizational skills

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Role Overview:

Role Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring full compliance with UAE labor laws and internal policies. You'll also act as a key liaison between HR and Finance, supporting onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle updates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time, in compliance with UAE statutory regulations.
• Manage onboarding tasks including creating employee codes, system access, and payroll setup.
• Calculate final settlements for leavers, including pro-rated salary, leave encashments, and reimbursements.
• Track and update internal transfers, promotions, and compensation changes.
• Maintain organized records for audit purposes, including payroll reports, timesheets, and approvals.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and ensure policy alignment.
• Stay informed about changes in payroll regulations and labor law compliance.
  
  

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll accounting, preferably within the UAE.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, etc.).
• Familiarity with payroll management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of UAE labor law and statutory payroll requirements.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and accountability.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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Job Overview: In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time while adhering to payroll laws and regulations. You will handle various payroll-related tasks, including processing payroll, maintaining accurate records, and reconciling accounts.

The role involves a blend of accounting, administrative, and analytical responsibilities to manage payroll records, taxes, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Detail Job responsibilities include below:

• Collecting Attendance Data: needs to gather daily attendance data from various sources, such as bio time systems, electronic timesheets, or attendance records provided by managers or supervisors.
• Validating Attendance: should review and validate attendance records for accuracy and completeness. This includes checking for missing or incorrect entries and verifying attendance with managers if necessary.
• Recording Absences:
• Track absences such as vacation, sick leave, and other types of leave. Maintain accurate records of these absences as they may impact salary calculations.
• Checking of Availed leave entries, attachment and pending absents.
• Regularization of Absents & Wrong Swipe.
• Preparation of summary reports – Unpaid leave & wrong swipes
• Monitoring Overtime: Monitor and record any overtime worked by employees. Overtime may affect pay rates and overall compensation.
• Adhering to Labor Laws: Ensure that attendance records comply with local labor laws and company policies regarding working hours, breaks, rest days, and other relevant regulations.

Salary Calculation:

• Check Records and ensure accuracy of ERP Masters
• Basic Salary: Calculate the basic salary based on the employee's agreed-upon salary rate and hours worked.
• Adjustments: Adjust salary based on attendance records:
• Deductions: Deduct pay for any unapproved absences, late arrivals, or early departures.
• Additions: Add pay for overtime hours, bonuses, or other incentives.
• Upload : Upload of overtime, temporary deductions & allowances
• Allowances and Benefits: Include any applicable allowances such as housing, transportation, or meal allowances in the salary calculation.
• Deductions: Account for standard deductions such as taxes, social security contributions, health insurance premiums, and other withholdings as required by law or company policy.
• Reconciliation: Reconcile the payroll data to ensure accuracy and consistency between attendance records and salary calculations.
• Final Salary Calculation & Verification:
• Combine all elements—basic salary, adjustments, allowances, and deductions—to determine the final net salary for each employee.
• Ensure timely preparation of monthly payroll

Employee Benefits

• End-of-Service Benefits: Calculate and accrue any end-of-service benefits such as gratuity based on applicable labor laws and employment contract terms.
• Annual Leave Settlements: Calculate and accrue leave salaries based on applicable labor laws and employment contract terms.
• Leave Passage: Calculate and accrue leave passage amount based on applicable labor laws and employment contract terms.
• Loans & Advances: Record, reconcile and make disbursement / deduction as per management approvals & Instructions

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We are?

We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we’ve been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies, making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

• Responsible for the preparation and processing of monthly payroll for EnerMech FZE, UAE, Qatar, KSA, Bahrain, and Temporary Contractors (Manually).
• Validating approved timesheets and expense claims submitted by the employees.
• Applying payments in HSBC Online Platform (Bank Transfer and WPS Payment).
• Coordinating with HR and validating each employee contract to ensure current payments are in accordance with the signed contracts.
• Updating and maintaining payroll records and providing inputs to ADP.
• Preparing payroll coding reports for management.
• Sending payslips to each employee for their record (Manually).
• Responding to payroll-related inquiries and resolving concerns.
• Demonstrating a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
• Applying EnerMech Group and, where appropriate, Client's Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Procedures.
• Ensuring that all Quality and operational procedures as identified in EnerMech QA Manuals are adhered to at all times.
• Maintaining and embracing ownership of departmental policies and procedures.
• Having 2-3 years of experience in Payroll or a related field.
• Having excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Possessing problem-solving ability, analytical, and numerical skills.
• Understanding payroll processes.
• Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work individually and adhere to deadlines.
• Having good communication skills.

Essential:

• High School Diploma or bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field.

Personal Qualities

• 2 years of experience in Payroll or a related field.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Problem-solving ability, analytical, and numerical skills.
• Understanding payroll processes.