Payroll Specialist, MENA
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026. DSV scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job Req Number: 132755
Time Type: Full Time
The DSV group, headquartered in Denmark, is one of the biggest transport and logistics companies in the world. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
The Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible to ensure all payroll activities are completed with accuracy and efficiency on a monthly basis. The selected candidate will be based in Dubai.
Reporting Line:
Report to: Senior Manager, Payroll, RSSC, MENA
Direct subordinates: None
Detailed Responsibilities:
- Handle and prepare all payroll for GCC countries with accuracy.
- Adhere to payroll timelines and ensure 100% payroll processed as per monthly timelines.
- Processes authorized deductions and allocations of Insurance paid by both the employee and employer in order to calculate precise monthly wages.
- Processes the end of service settlement of exit employees to settle their dues in accordance with the labor law and company policies.
- Create payroll accruals entries for end of service benefits, air-fare, leave, benefits and bonus.
- Reconcile payroll accounts on a monthly basis.
- Responsible for payment / bank transfers within the payroll process.
- Prepare pay slips and dispatch to employees.
- Coordinate with Finance for pre and post payroll activities.
- Provide support for company audits related to payroll.
- Ensure all invoices related to Insurance are checked and booked on a timely basis.
- Work closely with CFO’s and HR on a monthly basis for all payroll and benefits related activities.
Communication:
Internal - Finance, HR and Management teams
External - Company Affiliated Banks
Qualifications & Characteristics:
- Must possess a minimum bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in processing the entire payroll cycle for UAE or GCC countries.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of GCC labour laws in relation to wages.
- Experience with monthly accruals and reporting is an advantage.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
DSV - Global Transport and Logistics
What moves you?
At DSV, we move more than goods. We move careers, ambitions and opportunities.
With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we are the global leader in transport and logistics, and it is our people who bring our services and solutions to life every day. From frontline operations to business functions, every role contributes to keeping supply chains flowing and societies running.
Here, you are trusted to take ownership, act on your ideas and make decisions that create real impact. It is a place where people, careers and ideas keep moving forward. We value transparency in how we communicate and collaborate, and we win together by supporting each other, challenging each other and delivering results as a team.
Start here. Go anywhere
This is our promise of movement. A promise that your work matters, your contribution counts, and your career can move as far as your ambition takes it.
If you are looking to make an impact, grow your career and be part of something bigger, DSV is the place to be.
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