Ernst & Young
A job opportunity has arisen at Ernst & Young for the role of a Payroll Accountant in Dubai. This job is open for UAE Nationals only. Requisition ID for this vacancy is 1455714. The payroll accountant performs the end-to-end processing of UAE monthly payroll for employees and partners including all journal entries. The incumbent will also handle the following:
- Review and reconciliation of all payroll related GLs.
- Intercompany payroll and relevant IF entries.
- Final settlements.
- Weekly payroll (Staff advances/Expenses).
- Medical analysis.
- Monthly pension/DEWS.
- Review of EOSB balances.
- Adhoc assignments.
Responsibilities of A Payroll Accountant
- Review and approve new joiners’ pay structures in the e-Pay system.
- Validate staff headcount and reconcile payroll data.
- Review, approve, and submit completed payroll files to secondary approver.
- Manage the addition and exit of partners in the manual payroll file based on confirmation from team.
- Update payments and deductions according to inputs from the UAE Payroll mailbox.
- Run Partner GL reports from SAP and update entries in the manual payroll file.
- Review and reconcile partner headcount and payroll data.
- Review and approve final settlement payments.
- Coordinate the request for funds in HSBC for settlement payments.
- Initiate payment processes (EFT/cheque) and forward them for Finance Manager/bank authorizer approvals.
- Review employee expenses and approve expense batches in SAP.
- Approve employee advance requests and partner payments.
- Manage entity transfers within MENA region.
- Conduct medical analysis as required.
- Facilitate statutory audit requirements related to payroll.
- Clear and review line items for accuracy.
- Analyze and manage monthly pension GL and DEWS payments.
- Perform GL clearing and pass journal vouchers.
- Handle mailbox inquiries from staff, talent, and partners.
- Manage ADGMA staff billing and payments.
- Prepare payslips for partners.
- Address other ad hoc requests related to payroll.
- Maintain and manage Payroll GL accounts.
- Provide support for policies and best practices in payroll administration.
- Foster and maintain relationships with talent, staff, and partners.
Requirements for Role of A Payroll Accountant
The eligibility requirements for role of a Payroll Accountant are as under:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2-3 years of experience in payroll administration, preferably in a complex and multinational environment.
Knowledge & Skills Desired
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient in using SAP and other payroll management systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance in the UAE.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changes.
- Team player with excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent knowledge in MS office.
