Payroll Specialist - Senior-Level

About the role

The Payroll Specialist will ensure accurate and timely processing of employee payroll for NASS AL-Iraq Holding Group. This senior‑level position requires meticulous attention to detail, confidentiality, and strong knowledge of payroll regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Process monthly, bi‑weekly or weekly payroll on schedule.
• Maintain payroll records, including salary changes, deductions, benefits, overtime, bonuses and leave balances.
• Review timesheets, attendance data and verify payroll inputs.
• Calculate wages, taxes, end‑of‑service benefits and other statutory payments.
• Ensure compliance with Iraqi labor laws, tax regulations and internal policies.
• Prepare payroll reports for management, finance and HR.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance on new hires, terminations, promotions and salary adjustments.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries confidentially.
• Support payroll audits with accurate documentation.
• Assist in improving payroll processes and system efficiency.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Relevant experience in payroll, HR operations, finance or accounting.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in business English.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with payroll or HR information systems.