Kearney
Payroll & Benefits Administrator
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 2 - 5 yrs
Job expiry date: 28/02/2026
Job overview
Date posted
14/01/2026
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 15,000 - 20,000 per month
Compensation
Salary only
Experience
2 - 5 yrs
Seniority
Experienced
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
28/02/2026
Job description
The Payroll & Benefits Administrator role at Kearney supports payroll and HR operations for the Middle East region, based in the Dubai office, and covers multiple entities including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, and KSA. The position provides end-to-end payroll and benefits administration to enable organizational growth and delivery of business objectives. Reporting directly to the Payroll Lead in Dubai, the role is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing, payroll reconciliation, benefits coordination, regulatory compliance, and system accuracy across HRIS and payroll platforms such as Gulf HR. The role includes preparation of final settlements and exit agreements in accordance with Labor Law, coordination with Finance, HR, IT, and Administration teams, and assistance with payroll software implementation and system interfaces. The administrator liaises with governmental authorities and external service providers to manage statutory documentation and payments related to DEWS, GOSI, SIO, GPSSA, and PIFSS, including pension reporting. The position also handles employee payroll and benefits queries, maintains payroll process documentation, manages benefits such as ALT, housing, and schooling allowances, and supports continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance within a multinational consulting environment.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Administer payroll for the Middle East unit across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, and KSA in a timely and accurate manner
- Prepare final settlements and exit agreements for all entities in accordance with applicable Labor Law
- Ensure payroll changes are accurately reflected, documented, and cross-checked between HRIS and the payroll system Gulf HR
- Complete monthly payroll reconciliation before the last day of each month
- Coordinate payroll inputs with HR teams for new hires, departures, leaves of absence, promotions, and payroll changes
- Coordinate payroll cycles with Finance, HR, IT, and Administration teams
- Assist with payroll software implementation and system interface activities
- Maintain an accurate handbook of payroll processes and payroll systems
- Coordinate payment of employee benefits including ALT, housing, and schooling allowances
- Respond to employee queries related to payroll and benefits
- Identify and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives within payroll and benefits processes
- Liaise with governmental authorities and external service providers for DEWS, GOSI, SIO, GPSSA, and PIFSS documentation and payments
- Report and process company pension payments in line with regulatory requirements
- Maintain working relationships with banks and vendors related to payroll and benefits activities
- Monitor the HR inbox, follow up on employee queries, and liaise with relevant parties as required
- Provide operational coverage and support for other members of the HR team when needed
Experience & skills
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, or a related discipline
- Have 3+ years of relevant payroll and benefits experience in a multinational environment
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of payroll and accounting principles
- Possess adequate knowledge of current labor rules and regulations
- Be proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Adobe Acrobat
- Have working knowledge of HR systems, preferably PeopleSoft or SAP
- Demonstrate ability to handle confidential information and personal data with discretion
- Show capability to work under pressure and interact with personnel at all organizational levels
- Meet language requirements in Arabic and English