Payroll Specialist

Role overview

This is a full-time, on-site Payroll Specialist position in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role is responsible for running payroll from start to finish while keeping calculations accurate, payments timely, and all activities aligned with relevant laws and internal policies.

What you will do

• Handle the complete payroll cycle for employees.
• Keep payroll records up to date and organized.
• Compute earnings, deductions, and related adjustments accurately.
• Manage garnishments and ensure deductions are applied correctly.
• Liaise with payroll vendors or service providers when support is required.
• Prepare payroll summaries and reports for review.
• Match payroll data against source records and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to payroll questions from employees and internal teams.
• Support internal and external audits with payroll documentation and explanations.
• Work closely with HR and Finance to maintain consistent employee information.
• Contribute ideas and support efforts to improve payroll processes and reliability.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with payroll administration and recurring payroll runs, along with disciplined recordkeeping.
• Practical knowledge of payroll taxes and garnishments, including how deductions are calculated and applied in line with regulations.
• Experience using payroll systems or service providers, including setup, configuration, or troubleshooting where needed.
• Strong attention to detail, comfort with numbers, and the ability to analyze and reconcile payroll reports and data.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and HR/payroll systems; exposure to ERP or HRIS tools is an added advantage.
• Clear communication and interpersonal ability, with a strong sense of discretion when handling sensitive information.
• A diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related subject; payroll or accounting certifications are beneficial.
• Prior payroll experience in Saudi Arabia or another closely regulated environment is preferred.