Payroll Specialist

About the Role

Specialized Enterprise Systems (SES) is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage the complete payroll cycle for its workforce. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires 2-5 years of relevant experience. The role ensures accurate, timely, and fully compliant payroll processing in accordance with Saudi labor law and government platform requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Process the full monthly payroll cycle, including salaries, allowances, overtime, deductions, and final settlements.
• Prepare and upload payroll files through the Wage Protection System (WPS) via Mudad, ensuring on-time salary transfers.
• Manage GOSI registrations, updates, monthly contributions, and reconciliations.
• Calculate end-of-service benefits, vacation pay, and leave encashments in accordance with Saudi Labor Law.
• Maintain and update employee payroll data in SAP HCM, ensuring accuracy of master data.
• Process payroll-related transactions on Qiwa and other government platforms as required.
• Reconcile payroll accounts monthly with Finance and resolve discrepancies.
• Handle employee payroll inquiries and issue salary certificates and bank letters.
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate payroll records and reports.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports and analytics for HR and Finance management.
• Ensure confidentiality of all payroll and compensation data.

Required Experience

Candidates should possess 2-5 years of experience in payroll management, demonstrating a strong understanding of payroll processes and compliance within the Saudi Arabian regulatory framework.

Location and Work Type

This is a full-time position located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Compensation

Salary for this position will be discussed during the interview process.