Bilal Wani

Payroll Manager | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Professional Overview

Bilal Wani is an experienced Payroll Manager with over 18 years of expertise in managing payroll operations and ensuring regulatory compliance for organizations across diverse industries. He specializes in developing and implementing effective payroll strategies, overseeing complex payroll systems, and driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Experience Summary

Current Role

Payroll Manager, Arabian Machinery & Heavy Equipment Co. (July 2024 - Present)

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll function for a workforce of over 800 employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing of monthly paychecks.

• Lead a team of payroll specialists and coordinate with HR, finance, and IT departments to streamline payroll workflows and address any discrepancies.

• Implement robust internal controls and audit procedures to maintain compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations.

• Spearhead the migration to a new payroll software system, improving data integration and reporting capabilities.

• Analyze payroll data to identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend process enhancements to senior management.

Career Progression

Payroll Specialist, Tools & Solutions (March 2023 - July 2024)

• Processed payroll for a diverse workforce, ensuring accurate calculation of salaries, taxes, and deductions.

• Collaborated with HR to maintain employee records and address payroll-related queries.

• Assisted in the implementation of a new payroll system, providing training to the team and ensuring a smooth transition.

Payroll Specialist, DETASAD (November 2019 - March 2023)

• Handled the payroll function for a multinational organization, ensuring compliance with local labor regulations.

• Implemented automated workflows and enhanced reporting capabilities to improve payroll efficiency.

• Trained new hires on payroll processes and best practices.

Payroll Specialist, Masdar Al Hayat (November 2009 - November 2019)

• Processed payroll for a growing organization, overseeing the calculation of salaries, allowances, and deductions.

• Developed and maintained strong relationships with external payroll service providers and government agencies.

• Assisted in the implementation of a new HR information system, ensuring seamless integration with the payroll module.

Sales Accountant, M/s ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Co. Ltd. (July 2003 - April 2006)

• Handled accounts receivable and payable, ensuring accurate financial reporting and reconciliation.

• Collaborated with the sales team to provide financial insights and support business development initiatives.

Academic Background

• Bachelor of Commerce, University of Karachi, Pakistan

Areas of Expertise

• Payroll management and compliance

• Payroll system implementation and optimization

• Payroll data analysis and reporting

• Process improvement and workflow automation

• Teambuilding and employee training

Professional Impact

• Spearheaded the successful migration to a new payroll software system at Arabian Machinery & Heavy Equipment Co., improving data integration and reporting capabilities.

• Implemented robust internal controls and audit procedures to maintain 100% compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations.

• Analyzed payroll data to identify cost-saving opportunities, resulting in a 5% reduction in overall payroll expenses for Tools & Solutions.

• Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs to ensure seamless onboarding of new payroll team members at DETASAD.

Conclusion

With his extensive experience, strong technical expertise, and proven track record of driving process improvements, Bilal Wani is a valuable asset to any organization seeking to optimize its payroll operations and ensure regulatory compliance.