If you are a professional looking for an opportunity to grow and develop your abilities within a dynamic business, Emerson has an appealing role for you! We are seeking a proactive and meticulous Payroll Administrator to support payroll processing in the Middle East & Africa (MEA). This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate coordination and timely delivery of payroll inputs and outputs by managing critical manual entries and stakeholder communications. The role requires solid attention to detail, the ability to manage high volumes of manual data across multiple countries, and the flexibility to respond quickly to changes in timelines or system behaviour. We look forward to receiving your application! **In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:** **Payroll Data Management** + Coordinate and collect country-specific payroll inputs not captured in HCM (e.g. overtime, allowances, one-time payments) from multiple stakeholders. + Validate and ensure completeness and structure of data received; follow up proactively on missing or unclear entries. + Review payroll data transferred from HCM to the vendor system; work with HRIS to resolve discrepancies or failed interfaces. + Enter urgent post-HCM cut-off updates manually (e.g. off-cycle corrections, late terminations) in close coordination with Payroll Analysts. **Reporting and document management:** + Generate basic payroll reports and share them with collaborators. + Provide pay slips, tax documentation, and pension files as requested by country or local process. **Coordination and Support:** + Collaborate with the Payroll Analyst, HR Ops, and Payroll Data Input submitters to seamlessly integrate payroll and employee data. + Address employee queries and requests to provide pay slips, and payroll documents with excellent customer service and support. + Working closely with the Payroll Analyst and HR Ops to facilitate payroll processing and solve simple issues/errors **Who You Are:** You are a meticulous professional with a talent for precision and a commitment to delivering results. Your open and curious approach drives your focus on accuracy, while your strong collaboration skills enable you to effectively coordinate across diverse countries and cultures. You excel at managing collaborators and maintaining alignment on objectives, even without direct authority, ensuring successful outcomes in every project you undertake. **For This Role, You Will Need:** + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience + Minimum 1 to 2 years’ experience in administration or a similar role, with partner management + Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications + Proficiency in English + Focus on deliverables and manage stakeholders without authority + Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines + Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity. **Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:** + Experience in a matrix organization or working in a Center of Excellence + Familiarity with payroll software or payroll processes + Arabic knowledge is an advantage but not a requirement **Our Offer & Commitment to You** At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. ​ Make this great opportunity yours! We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Make this great opportunity yours! **Requisition ID** : 25023858 Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.