Payroll Account – Dubai (UAE Nationals only) – EY Global Services Limited

Purpose of Role:

The payroll accountant performs the end-to-end processing of UAE monthly payroll for employees and partners including all journal entries. He/She 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

Key Responsibilities:

[ 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.

Qualifications and Skills:

[ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
[ Proven experience in payroll administration, preferably in a complex and multinational environment.
[ 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.

Job Details

Preferred Candidate