Junior Payroll Administrator

About Boskalis and Role Overview

Boskalis invites you to join their dynamic environment focused on innovative solutions for complex infrastructure and marine projects worldwide. The company fosters a supportive workplace with a diverse global team, encouraging personal development and career advancement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage the complete payroll process for Boskalis entities in the UAE, ensuring accuracy, timely execution, and compliance with policies and laws.
• Maintain payroll data integrity by coordinating between HR, project support, payroll service providers, finance, and employees.
• Assist in processing payroll for approximately 400 employees, with future expansion anticipated.
• Prepare, review, and post payroll entries in the accounting system (Infor LN), including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Verify and administer employee settlements such as final clearances, leave encashment, and end-of-service benefits according to regulations.
• Ensure correctness of payroll inputs including attendance, allowances, and deductions by collaborating with project HR teams.
• Reconcile payroll outputs with internal records and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Support audits and maintain comprehensive payroll documentation and procedures.
• Identify and recommend improvements for payroll controls, workflows, and automation opportunities.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or closely related field.
• 3 to 5 years of payroll experience, preferably working in multinational or project-driven organizations.
• Proven ability to handle payroll for large employee groups across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Experience managing outsourced payroll providers and working knowledge of UAE labor regulations.
• Proficiency with ERP accounting software, especially Infor, and payroll systems like Ramco preferred.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Competent in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel capabilities.
• Analytical mindset and well-organized work approach.
• Understanding financial accounting principles and month-end closing processes.

Work Environment and Additional Details

• Position is based in Abu Dhabi office and is a full-time, onsite role within the FSSC team.
• New hires receive a comprehensive onboarding program for smooth integration.
• The recruitment process includes online and onsite interviews, with offers made upon mutual agreement.
• Boskalis maintains a strict no-fee recruitment policy; candidates should avoid solicitations for payments related to employment documentation.
• The company does not accept unsolicited applications from recruiters or agencies; all applications must be direct.