Payroll Assistant / Payroll Coordinator / Payroll Executive

Location and Work Arrangement

• The role is based in the United Arab Emirates and is fully remote.
• The position is part-time with flexible working hours.

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll administration, payroll processing, calculations, salary schedules, summaries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate records covering salaries, allowances, deductions, benefits, attendance, leave, employment information, and employee changes.
• Collect and verify payroll inputs, working hours, attendance, overtime, leave, deductions, approvals, and other payroll data.
• Update payroll systems, HRIS platforms, spreadsheets, databases, trackers, and digital files.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, management, employees, banks, payroll providers, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor deadlines, approvals, adjustments, outstanding information, and payroll requirements.
• Prepare payroll reports, employee summaries, payroll trackers, variance reports, and routine management updates.
• Handle confidential employee and compensation information and identify opportunities to improve payroll workflows.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in payroll, HR administration, finance administration, compensation, or a related function is preferred.
• Understanding of payroll processes, employee records, salary calculations, deductions, attendance, leave, and payroll administration.
• Familiarity with payroll software, HRIS platforms, ERP systems, Excel, Google Sheets, databases, and digital collaboration tools.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical and analytical skills, organization, communication, documentation, and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines, work independently, and operate reliably in a remote environment.

What the Employer Offers

• Flexible part-time hours with a fully remote working arrangement.
• Exposure to payroll systems, HRIS platforms, employee records, compensation processes, and financial administration.
• Professional development through hands-on involvement in payroll and people operations.
• A collaborative environment focused on accurate records, timely processing, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.