About the Role
Apsco is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This role is crucial for managing the end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely salary payments to our employees while strictly adhering to all local regulations and internal policies. The Payroll Specialist will play a key part in maintaining organizational efficiency by safeguarding sensitive payroll data, effectively resolving employee inquiries, and fostering strong collaboration with our Human Capital Management (HCM) and Finance departments.
This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for a professional with 2-5 years of experience to contribute to a vital function within Apsco. You will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and compliant execution of all payroll processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the complete payroll cycle, encompassing data collection, accurate calculations, deduction processing, and final payment execution to guarantee timely and precise salary disbursements.
- Ensure strict compliance with all applicable payroll regulations and internal company policies through meticulous reporting and timely statutory filings.
- Address and resolve employee inquiries related to payroll matters promptly and efficiently, providing clear and accurate information.
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes by managing relevant payroll-related activities.
- Maintain comprehensive and accurate payroll records, including attendance and leave data, while upholding the highest standards of data confidentiality.
- Collaborate effectively with internal teams, including HCM and Finance, to facilitate payroll audits, identify opportunities for process improvements, and drive efficiency initiatives.
- Undertake additional payroll-related tasks as assigned to ensure the continuity and smooth operation of the payroll function.
Qualifications and Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a closely related field is required.
- Possess 2-5 years of progressive experience specifically in payroll processing or a comparable role within HR or Finance.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of payroll calculations, Saudi Arabian statutory requirements, and relevant compliance mandates.
- Proficiency in utilizing payroll and HR systems is essential.
- A solid command of standard office software, including spreadsheet and word processing applications, is necessary.
- Exhibit excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities to address complex payroll issues.
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with employees and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain the ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
- A professional certification in Payroll or HR is considered a significant advantage.
Required Skills
- Payroll Processing
- Payroll Calculations
- Understanding of Statutory Requirements
- Compliance Management
- Payroll Systems Proficiency
- HR Systems Proficiency
- Office Software Proficiency
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Confidentiality
Work Context
This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 2-5 years of relevant experience in payroll processing or a similar function.