Senior Accountant- Payroll El Seif Operation and Maintenance

Payroll Processing

• Verify, and process monthly payroll for all employees in accordance with company policy and statutory requirements.
• Ensure accurate calculation of salaries, benefits, overtime, commissions, and other earnings.
• Review end-of-service benefits, gratuity calculations, and final settlements for terminated/resigned employees.
• Ensure compliance with local labor law, tax regulations, social insurance (i.e. GOSI in KSA), and other statutory requirements.
• Prepare and submit payroll-related reports (e.g. Head count report, Acturee data etc.)
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trail for payroll transactions.
• Record payroll entries into the general ledger and reconcile all payroll-related accounts (e.g., salaries payable, GOSI, end-of-service provisions, prepayments, employee advance etc.).
• Coordinate with Financial controllers for accurate cost allocation across departments or projects.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to payroll.
• Ensure confidentiality and accuracy of payroll information at all times.
• Assist in payroll system upgrades, testing, and automation initiatives.
• Respond to employee queries regarding salary and providing clearance on exit form.
• Support external/internal audits by providing payroll documentation and reports.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field and accounting certification is plus (CA, CPA, CMA, ACCA etc.)
• Experience: Min 5 years of experience in payroll accounting, preferably in a mid to large-size organization.

Technical and Other Skills:

• Hands on experience in Oracle Fusion ERP systems
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of payroll tax laws, social insurance, and labor regulations of KSA.