Payroll Accounts Assistant

Parsons Corporation

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented, detail-oriented Payroll Accounts Assistant to join our team! In this role you will get to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with company policies and UAE labor regulations.br> The role requires strong analytical skills, confidentiality, and the ability to work collaboratively with HR and Finance teams.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Payroll process for GCC (UAE, Qatar, Saudi, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman)

• Maintain payroll records including salaries, allowances, deductions, overtime, and end-of-service benefits, stock purchase plans

• Verify and reconcile payroll data with HR records and timesheets.

• Ensure compliance with GCC Labour Law and company payroll policies.

• Prepare payroll journals and post entries in the accounting system.

• Reconcile payroll accounts with the general ledger and resolve discrepancies.

• Pension knowledge for GCC countries.

• Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation. SOX audit experience is essential.

• Prepare payroll reports for management including payroll cost analysis and variance reports.

• Handle employee payroll queries and ensure timely resolution.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Master s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• 3 -5 years of experience in payroll accounting, preferably in construction or engineering companies.

• Knowledge of GCC payroll regulations and WPS system.

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, Workday or similar).

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Time Management and ability to meet deadlines.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

• Experience working in large multinational companies with high-volume payroll data.

• Strong analytical skills, communication and problem-solving skills.