Payroll Officer

The Payroll Officer is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all hotel employees, ensuring compliance with company policies, local labour laws, taxation regulations, and statutory requirements. The role supports the HR and Finance departments in maintaining employee payroll records, benefits administration, and payroll reporting while ensuring confidentiality and accuracy at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process monthly payroll accurately and within designated timelines

• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including salaries, allowances, deductions, overtime, and benefit

• Verify attendance, leave records, overtime, public holidays, and shift differentials prior to payroll processing

• Coordinate with HR regarding new joiners, resignations, terminations, promotions, salary adjustments, and employee status changes

• Prepare final settlements, leave encashments, gratuity calculations, and end-of-service benefits where applicable

• Ensure payroll documentation and approvals are properly maintained and filed

• Generate payroll reports, reconciliation reports, and management summaries as required

• Support audits by providing payroll-related documentation and reports

Candidate Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, or related field

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in payroll processing within a hotel or hospitality environment

• Previous experience in a luxury or 5-star hotel preferred

• Experience handling large payroll volumes and multiple employee categories

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

• Experience using payroll software and HR systems

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism

• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines