44 Contract Payroll jobs in Saudi Arabia

Overview

We are Foodics! a leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider. Founded in 2014 with headquarter in Riyadh and offices across 5 countries, including UAE, Egypt, Jordan and Kuwait. We are currently serving customers and partners in over 35 different countries worldwide. Our innovative products have successfully processed over 6 billion (yes, billion with a B) orders so far! making Foodics one of the most rapidly evolving SaaS companies to ever emerge from the MENA region. Also, Foodics has achieved three rounds of funding, with the latest raising $170 million in the largest SaaS funding round in MENA, boosting its innovation capabilities to better serve business owners.

We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our People & Culture team at our Riyadh Headquarters. In this role, you will own and manage the end-to-end global payroll process across all countries where Foodics operates. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure payroll is processed accurately, on time, and in full compliance with local labor regulations.

This position is critical in controlling all payroll-related payouts, maintaining and updating SLAs, and leading process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency, accuracy, and scalability as we grow.

• Handle the entire payroll cycle across multiple countries.
• Process monthly payroll transactions, including but not limited to base salary, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and final settlements.
• Validate and reconcile payroll data with Finance and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee data in the payroll systems.
• Control payroll payouts and ensure alignment with compliance standards.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline payroll operations and reduce errors.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, social security, and tax regulations in each operating country.
• Prepare and deliver monthly payroll reports and audit trails.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payslips, salary discrepancies, and statutory deductions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with related departments for seamless execution.

• 2 years of hands-on experience in a similar role capacity.
• Experience working in fast-growing Fintech companies.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, Accounting or equivalent education or work experience.
• Solid knowledge of payroll laws and compliance across KSA and at least 1–2 other markets (UAE, Egypt, etc.).
• Experience working with HRMS and payroll systems (e.g., SAP, Odoo, or similar platforms).
• Strong Excel and data management skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, reconciliation, etc.).
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and utmost confidentiality.
• Process-oriented mindset with the ability to suggest and implement improvements.
• Agile and adaptable in fast-paced startup environments.
• Motivated and open to continuous learning.
• Business Acumen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confident, energetic, and enthusiastic.
• Highly motivated and ambitious in achieving goals.

We believe you will love working at Foodics!

• We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
• We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
• We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.

Summary

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of the company’s payroll. This role requires strong attention to detail, compliance with labor laws and regulations, and effective communication with employees and management. The Payroll Specialist will manage payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and support HR and Finance teams in payroll-related matters.

• Process and manage the company’s payroll on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis.
• Collect, verify, and input employee timesheets, attendance, and leave records.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information in HR and payroll systems.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports, tax filings, and statutory payments (e.g., social security, insurance, pensions).
• Resolve employee payroll queries and discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support year-end payroll processes, including tax statements and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams on employee compensation and benefits matters.
• Stay updated with changes in payroll legislation and regulations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field (preferred).
• 1+ year of experience.
• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist, Payroll Officer, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax laws, and labor regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Office (Excel is a must).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.

Be Part of a Legacy Bigger Than the Game

At
Al-Qadsiah Club
we create more than teams We're crafting a legacy that goes beyond the game, making an impact both on and off the field. Driven by ambition, synergy, and innovation, we aim to inspire generations. while shaping the future of Saudi sports.

This is more than just a job It's an opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. At Al-Qadsiah, you'll play a key role in shaping our legacy, contributing to the nation's sports vision, and making history every step of the way.

Overview:
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to manage and process payroll in compliance with Saudi Arabian labor laws and regulations. The role involves handling GOSI, WPS (Wage Protection System), end-of-service calculations, and ensuring timely and accurate salary payments for all employees.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Payroll Processing & Compliance

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Verify attendance, overtime, and allowances before processing salaries.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law, GOSI (General Organization for Social Insurance), and WPS (Wage Protection System) requirements.
• Prepare and submit monthly GOSI contributions and reconcile payments.
• Handle end-of-service benefits (EOSB) calculations and final settlements for resignations/terminations.

2. Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain up-to-date payroll records in HR/payroll system.
• Update employee records for new hires, terminations, promotions, and salary changes.
• Generate payroll reports for Finance and HR for budgeting and audit purposes.
• Ensure accuracy in deductions such as loans, advances, and penalties (if applicable).

1. Employee Support & Coordination

• Respond to employee queries about salaries, deductions, and benefits.
• Provide pay slips and explanation of payroll components.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to resolve discrepancies.

2. Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Stay informed about Saudi labor regulations, tax updates (if applicable), and GOSI rules.
• Ensure payroll system compliance with Mudad and other government e-services (if used).
• Participate in payroll audits and recommend process improvements.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 1+ years of experience in payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Familiarity with Saudi labor laws, payroll compliance, and GOSI regulations is highly preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Payroll or HR certifications (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, Certified Payroll Professional) are a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Payroll & Benefits Expertise: Understanding of payroll operations.
• Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Saudi labor laws, taxation rules, and GOSI deductions.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to ensure accurate salary calculations and benefits processing.
• Analytical & Reporting Skills: Ability to generate reports on payroll expenses.
• Problem-Solving & Confidentiality: Strong skills in handling payroll discrepancies, employee concerns, and data protection.
• Communication & Customer Service: Professional approach to employee engagement and payroll resolution.

Benefits

Why Join Al-Qadsiah?

• Be Part of the Legacy:
  Join a club that's redefining the future of Saudi sports, striving to lead the competition and set new standards of excellence.
• Experience the Culture:
  Thrive in an environment that values
  quality, accountability, diversity, synergy, innovation, and ambition, while embracing harmony
  . This is the Qadsiah Way.

Summary
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of the company's payroll. This role requires strong attention to detail, compliance with labor laws and regulations, and effective communication with employees and management. The Payroll Specialist will manage payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and support HR and Finance teams in payroll-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage the company's payroll on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis.
• Collect, verify, and input employee timesheets, attendance, and leave records.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information in HR and payroll systems.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports, tax filings, and statutory payments (e.g., social security, insurance, pensions).
• Resolve employee payroll queries and discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support year-end payroll processes, including tax statements and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams on employee compensation and benefits matters.
• Stay updated with changes in payroll legislation and regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field (preferred).
• +1 year of experience.
• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist, Payroll Officer, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax laws, and labor regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Office (Excel is a must).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.

Who Are We
We Are Foodics
a leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider. Founded in 2014 with headquarter in Riyadh and offices across 5 countries, including UAE, Egypt, Jordan and Kuwait. We are currently serving customers and partners in over 35 different countries worldwide. Our innovative products have successfully processed over 6 billion (yes, billion with a B) orders so far making Foodics one of the most rapidly evolving SaaS companies to ever emerge from the MENA region. Also, Foodics has achieved three rounds of funding, with the latest raising $170 million in the largest SaaS funding round in MENA, boosting its innovation capabilities to better serve business owners.

The Job in a Nutshell
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our People & Culture team at our Riyadh Headquarters. In this role, you will own and manage the end-to-end global payroll process across all countries where Foodics operates. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure payroll is processed accurately, on time, and in full compliance with local labor regulations.

This position is critical in controlling all payroll-related payouts, maintaining and updating SLAs, and leading process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency, accuracy, and scalability as we grow.

What Will You Do

• Handle the entire payroll cycle across multiple countries
• Process monthly payroll transactions, including but not limited to base salary, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and final settlements
• Validate and reconcile payroll data with Finance and other stakeholders
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee data in the payroll systems
• Control payroll payouts and ensure alignment with compliance standards
• Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline payroll operations and reduce errors
• Ensure compliance with local laws, social security, and tax regulations in each operating country
• Prepare and deliver monthly payroll reports and audit trails
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payslips, salary discrepancies, and statutory deductions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with related departments for seamless execution

What Are We Looking For

• 2 years of hands-on experience in a similar role capacity
• Experience working in fast-growing Fintech companies
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, Accounting or equivalent education or work experience
• Solid knowledge of payroll laws and compliance across KSA and at least 1-2 other markets (UAE, Egypt, etc.)
• Experience working with HRMS and payroll systems (e.g., SAP, Odoo, or similar platforms)
• Strong Excel and data management skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, reconciliation, etc.)
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and utmost confidentiality
• Process-oriented mindset with the ability to suggest and implement improvements
• Agile and adaptable in fast-paced startup environments
• Motivated and open to continuous learning
• Business Acumen
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Confident, energetic, and enthusiastic
• Highly motivated and ambitious in achieving goals

What We Offer You
We believe you will love working at Foodics

• We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and the potential for shares
• We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry
• We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company

About Company:

Saudi Architects is a leading, globally ranked company offering integrated and specialized solutions in architecture and interior design, engineering design, consulting and studies, urban planning, advanced infrastructure engineering, and project and construction management, known for its high quality and professionalism.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Responsible for accurately and timely preparing and processing employee payroll, ensuring compliance with internal policies and government regulations related to wages, taxes, and benefits.
• Reviewing attendance records, calculating benefits and deductions, and coordinating with the Human Resources and Finance departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic & English, both written and verbal, are essential.

If you have a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of payroll processes, and a commitment to accuracy, we want to hear from you

Learn more and apply today -

Job Summary:

Responsible for executing all processes related to payroll preparation and processing, ensuring accurate and timely salary disbursement in accordance with internal policies. The specialist reviews attendance, leave, bonuses, and deductions data, ensuring proper entry into payroll systems. This role also plays a key part in maintaining the confidentiality of payroll information. The position requires high accuracy, strong analytical skills, and solid knowledge of Saudi labor laws.

Responsibilities:

• Collect and analyze monthly payroll data (attendance, check-in/out, leave, overtime, deductions, bonuses).
• Prepare payroll schedules in accordance with approved policies and ensure accuracy in calculations.
• Generate accurate monthly reports on payroll and workforce operational costs.
• Coordinate with the HR Operations Department regarding any changes affecting salaries (allowances, promotions, transfers, deductions).
• Periodically add and update salary information.
• Prepare end-of-service documents and finalize employee settlements.
• Handle payroll-related matters with government entities.
• Review and prepare payroll sheets for final approval by the department manager.
• Maintain the confidentiality of payroll and financial employee data.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll.
• Good knowledge of local payroll systems, labor laws, and social insurance regulations.
• Familiarity with payroll and HR systems such as ERP and Menaitech.

Skills:

• High accuracy in handling numbers and data.
• Familiarity with laws and regulations related to wages and salaries.
• Proficiency in using Excel.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work and coordinate with all departments.
• Teamwork.

Job Purpose:

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for accurately processing employee payroll, ensuring compliance with Saudi labor laws and company policies, and maintaining precise payroll records.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
• Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data.
• Verify attendance, hours worked, and pay adjustments.
• Prepare and process end-of-service benefits, overtime, bonuses, and other allowances.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and social insurance requirements.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare related journal entries.
• Handle employee inquiries regarding salary, deductions, and benefits professionally and confidentially.
• Coordinate with HR for employee status changes (new hires, terminations, transfers, promotions).
• Generate payroll reports and provide analysis to management as needed.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
• Continuously review and improve payroll processes for accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Payroll Specialist with proven expertise in handling all payroll activities.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, labor law, and statutory deductions.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Proven experience managing payroll in a large organization with a high number of employees.
• High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.
• Strong confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll cycles for all employees, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with KSA labor laws and company policies.
• Maintain and update payroll records, including employee contracts, allowances, overtime, deductions, and end-of-service benefits.
• Reconcile payroll data with attendance, timekeeping systems, and HR records.
• Ensure compliance with GOSI, tax (if applicable), medical insurance, and other statutory requirements.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and audit purposes.
• Handle employee queries related to salaries, deductions, and benefits in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate with Finance to ensure payroll funding and reconciliations are executed accurately.
• Support HR and management with workforce cost analysis and reporting.
• Assist in payroll audits and ensure readiness of documentation for internal/external reviews.
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives in payroll operations.
• Calculate and process vacation salary advance settlements.
• Provide the Finance Department with year-end closing reports related to Human Resources, including employee provisions, end-of-service calculations, and other related allocations.

Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in payroll administration, preferably within facility management, construction, or large workforce industries.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor laws, GOSI, WPS (Wage Protection System), and statutory compliance.
• Proficiency in HRIS/Payroll systems and MS Office (Excel is essential).
• Experience working in a multicultural workforce environment is preferred.
• Preferable experience in using SAP or other similar ERP systems for recruitment and HR processes.

Nationality: this position is applicable only for Saudi Nationals