Payroll Accountant

Job Summary:

The Payroll Accountant is responsible for managing all payroll-related processes within the Human Resources Department. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, handles employee financial transactions, manages HR-related invoices, and prepares the HR department’s annual budget. The Payroll Accountant also ensures full compliance with local labor laws and internal company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and manage monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Maintain and update employee data, including salary changes, deductions, overtime, and allowances.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, local labor laws, and internal company policies.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and audit purposes.
• Manage all HR-related financial transactions, including end-of-service benefits, leave settlements, and other compensations.
• Handle HR department invoices with proper documentation, verification, and payment follow-up.
• Coordinate with the Finance Department to ensure accurate posting of payroll entries.
• Prepare and monitor the HR department’s annual budget and track monthly expenditures.
• Maintain accurate payroll and financial records using accounting and HR software.
• Support internal and external audits related to payroll and HR financial activities.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Proven experience in payroll management or HR accounting.
• Strong knowledge of payroll practices and local labor laws.
• Proficiency in using HR and accounting software systems such (Manitech and Microsoft Dynamics 365)
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.