Payroll Manager

About the Role

Join Snoonu as a Payroll Manager overseeing and expanding the payroll operations across multiple countries and brands including HQ staff, Snoomart, Grocery, Garage, Accommodation, and a large fleet of riders and drivers. This key position involves enhancing the payroll team capabilities, reinforcing control measures, automating workflows, and ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance across all markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a robust payroll team to mitigate risks associated with limited team coverage.
• Manage end-to-end payroll processes encompassing various business units and worker categories.
• Implement and strengthen payroll controls such as segregation of duties and approval workflows.
• Ensure payroll compliance with labor laws, Wage Protection System, and social security regulations in Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and other relevant markets.
• Supervise leave administration, final settlements, and manage escalations for payroll disputes.
• Collaborate with the Automation & AI team to innovate payroll systems and integrate new technologies like Keka and Dynamics 365.
• Oversee cash salary distribution and related payroll adjustments, especially for fleet and frontline employees.
• Provide detailed payroll cost, headcount, and compliance reports to finance leadership.
• Establish succession and cross-training plans to maintain uninterrupted payroll operations and reduce dependency on individual team members.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related discipline.
• Over six years' experience in payroll, with at least two to three years in a managerial or leadership capacity across multiple countries or units.
• Deep knowledge of GCC payroll regulations, labor laws, Wage Protection System, and end-of-service benefit computations.
• Familiarity with payroll software (e.g., Keka) and ERP integration; experience with Dynamics 365 is advantageous.
• Proven competence in building and developing diverse, resilient teams with succession planning in place.
• Strong grasp of payroll governance, controls, and segregation of duties.
• Excellent communication skills to handle sensitive payroll issues with professionalism.
• Ability to adapt and scale payroll operations within a rapidly growing, multi-brand, multi-national organization.

About Snoonu

Snoonu is a pioneering Qatari Super App transforming daily life through rapid delivery, shopping, and more. It is driven by technology and a passionate global team committed to innovation and improving everyday experiences.

Core Values

• Customer obsession – focusing relentlessly on customer needs.
• Integrity – acting with honesty, ethics, and trustworthiness.
• Creativity and curiosity – constantly innovating impactful solutions.
• Leadership and ownership – leading by example and taking responsibility.
• Efficiency – achieving more through better and faster work.
• People-centric teamwork – valuing collaboration and stronger togetherness.
• Execution – transforming ideas into action and opportunities.

Benefits & Work Culture

• Global collaborations with an international team.
• Learning and development budgets plus access to various educational resources.
• Autonomy in your role with ownership of projects and personal career path.
• Flexible leave policies and wellness programs prioritizing employee recharge.
• Agile methodologies embedded in all operations.

Snoonu is Great Place to Work® certified, demonstrating a culture of empowerment and inclusivity. They also hold ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certifications underscoring commitment to quality and safety. The company embraces sustainability, CSR initiatives, and diversity as core to their identity.

Additional Information

Snoonu invites passionate professionals to contribute to a future shaped by innovation and inclusiveness. The company is an equal opportunity employer welcoming all backgrounds.