Paymaster cum General Cashier

The iconic Queen Elizabeth II (QE2) is a historic gem and the only floating hotel in Dubai. The hotel features 447 distinctive rooms. A one-of-a-kind entertainment destination, rich in history where the past is relived in the luxury of today. Guest experience is a true British heritage and history with a visit to one of the world's most celebrated ocean liners, now permanently docked in the new marina at Dubai's Port Rashid in the UAE. 

• Responsible for the administration and operation of the monthly Payroll Cycle and administration.
• Cross check attendance submission, leaves management, time-off, application of earnings, deductions, status changes and monthly payroll posting in line with the established SOP’s, policies, and procedures.
• Preparing and analyzing periodic payroll reports, payroll schedules and payroll related journal entries.
• Create routine and customized reports. Manage payroll interfaces.
• Review payroll reports and timesheets for discrepancies prior to processing payroll transactions.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees.
• Updates payroll records by reviewing and approving changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, earnings, deductions, job titles, and department / division transfers.

• Prepare and coordinate timely salary payment banks, cheques and other needed documents.
• Responsible for gathering all required payroll data, including timesheets, benefits information, and other relevant documents. Regular update of the data; tracks down missing timesheets in a timely manner and resolve any issues with timesheets and other payroll data.
• Issue and record adjustments to pay related to previous errors or retroactive increases.
• Coordinate with Food and Beverage department and Finance department on the accrued cash tips for distribution.
• ensure a fair and equal distribution of service charge to eligible employees as per Service Charge policy
• Ensure accurate calculation and timely payment of all final settlement on receipt of required documents.
• Verify the completion of all requirements for exit formalities such acceptance, visa cancelation, clearance, exit interview and check list etc. before the payment is transferred to employee bank account.
• Verify and submit various Colleague documentation for further approval, as per the approval matrix. These include vacation requests, final settlements, change of status, air ticket LPOs, HR action forms, etc.
• Coordinate closely with the T & C team for all Colleague documentation and any discrepancies with relation to Colleague records.
• Update the payroll system with Colleague bank information prior to salary processing.
• Prepare all payroll reports and Journal vouchers as per the standards.

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar position.
• Proficient in Bayan HRMS, MS Office applications, and Sun System.
• Strong multicultural awareness and ability to work with people from diverse cultures.
• Excellent time management and communications skills, flexible working hours, ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour law and ability to work independently managing priorities.

https://www.qe2.com/en/