This course provides practical knowledge to help you manage payroll accurately and in compliance with labor regulations. You will learn how to bridge the gap between labor law requirements, allowances, and minimum wages, and the various deduction mechanisms that appear on a payroll sheet. Additionally, you will gain a deep understanding of handling social insurance (GOSI) and its periodic calculations, including their impact on net salaries.
The training covers the use of digital platforms associated with labor relations and wage protection, addressing common scenarios that lead to regulatory violations. On the practical side, you will build a complete payroll system using Excel, mastering the steps for month-end closing, reporting, and preparing official legal documentation.
Target Audience
This course is designed for specific professionals working in or aspiring to join payroll and personnel departments:
- HR and Personnel Staff: New joiners responsible for payroll tasks.
- Compensation and Benefits Specialists: Those looking to enhance their skills in calculating allowances and deductions.
- Accountants and Finance Professionals: Individuals who manage payroll entries and financial reports.
- Department Supervisors: Managers who require a practical understanding of payroll components and calculation methods.
- Business Owners and Entrepreneurs: Those aiming to streamline payroll processes and minimize regulatory errors.
Course Modules
The course curriculum is distributed over five days to ensure a smooth transition from legal foundations to practical application and closing procedures.
Day 1: Wage Law and Fundamentals
- Labor law basics related to wages and essential knowledge for payroll preparation.
- Common types of allowances (e.g., housing and transportation), how to document them, and their presentation on the payroll sheet.
- Understanding minimum wage requirements (Nitaqat) and their impact on the integrity of payroll data.
Day 2: Social Insurance and Deductions
- Calculating social insurance (GOSI) shares and identifying items included in the contribution base.
- Handling withholding tax in accordance with company policies and compliance requirements.
- Applying deductions for absences and penalties clearly while documenting reasons within the payroll system.
Day 3: Digital Computing and Platforms
- Qiwa Platform: A practical explanation of how to use the platform to track employee data and related obligations.
- Mudad Platform: Understanding its role in the Wage Protection System (WPS) and requirements for file uploading and verification.
- Managing justifications for Wage Protection violations and understanding reasons for rejection and best correction methods.
Day 4: Practical Payroll Preparation
- Building a full payroll sheet on Excel, from data structuring to periodic entry readiness.
- Calculating overtime, allowances, and deductions using clear formulas to minimize errors.
- Reaching the net salary figure with a quick review process to detect illogical values before final approval.
Day 5: Closing and Entitlements
- Settling payroll and End of Service Benefits (ESB) while linking entitlements to supporting documents and company policy.
- Drafting legally sound settlement and clearance forms to protect company and employee rights.
- Issuing financial payroll reports to support internal auditing and management decision-making.
Learning Objectives
This course aims to empower you to execute payroll processes with confidence and minimal errors by:
- Understanding the regulatory requirements affecting wages, allowances, and minimum pay.
- Mastering the calculation of insurance, withholdings, and deductions in an auditable manner.
- Utilizing the Qiwa and Mudad platforms effectively to reduce Wage Protection violations.
- Building an integrated payroll system on Excel using repeatable and updatable formulas.
- Executing month-end closing and preparing financial reports and legal clearances.
The Impact of the Course
The impact of this course extends to both the trainee and the organization by increasing accuracy and reducing risks associated with payroll errors and non-compliance.
For the Trainee:
- Enhances your ability to prepare payroll and understand its intricacies rather than relying solely on templates.
- Increases efficiency in reviewing deductions and allowances to catch errors before payment.
- Provides practical skills in using official platforms and handling violation-prone scenarios.
For the Organization:
- Reduces payroll errors and subsequent internal complaints or reprocessing costs.
- Strengthens compliance with Wage Protection requirements through accurate file submissions.
- Improves the quality of financial reports, supporting better cost planning and internal auditing.
This course provides a clear roadmap for mastering payroll from both a regulatory and practical perspective. You will gain the hands-on ability to manage payroll, review deductions, and navigate digital platforms effectively. If you seek to develop a high-demand skill that directly improves daily operational accuracy, this course is your ideal starting point.
