Accounts and Payroll Executive

About the role

STARTRADER is seeking a detail‑oriented and analytically minded Accounts and Payroll Executive to join its finance team in Dubai. The role sits at the intersection of financial operations and cash management, supporting day‑to‑day tasks while delivering actionable insights through advanced Excel modelling.

Key responsibilities

• Design, maintain and automate complex Excel workbooks using PivotTables, Power Query, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX‑MATCH and dynamic array formulas.
• Build and update dashboards and management reports for weekly, monthly and quarterly review cycles.
• Manage and reconcile the petty cash fund, record transactions, prepare vouchers, obtain approvals and replenish cash as needed.
• Assist in the end‑to‑end payroll process, including data collection, calculations, verification and coordination with HR.
• Support payroll audits, resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate payroll records (attendance, deductions, overtime, leaves).
• Calculate incentive and commission payouts based on approved structures.

Required profile

• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Experience in finance, accounting or payroll functions.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel techniques and data analysis.
• Ability to manage cash‑related processes and meet strict deadlines.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel (PivotTables, Power Query, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX‑MATCH, dynamic arrays).
• Petty cash management and reconciliation.
• Payroll processing and audit support.
• Commission and incentive calculation.