About ONSUR:
International Association for ReliefThe Payroll Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll, maintaining employee compensation records, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and Syrian labor regulations. The role requires a high level of confidentiality, precision, and coordination with HR and Finance teams. and Development (ONSUR) is a non-governmental organization registered in Turkey , Syria, Jordan, Yemen, Iraq & Lebanon. dealing with Relief and development projects through the empowerment of local communities to ensure a decent life, Founded at 2014. ONSUR works through the main office in Gaziantep province Turkey and execution offices in Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen, Jordan and Turkey.
Location: Damascus
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Payroll Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll, maintaining employee compensation records, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and Syrian labor regulations. The role requires a high level of confidentiality, precision, and coordination with HR and Finance teams.
Duties and Responsibilities
Payroll Processing
- Prepare and process the monthly payroll for all national staff in coordination with HR.
- Verify attendance sheets, overtime, allowances, deductions, and leave balances.
- Ensure correct calculation of salaries, taxes, social security contributions, and other statutory deductions.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure they are filed securely.
Employee Compensation & Benefits
- Update the payroll database with new hires, departures, salary changes, and contract amendments.
- Coordinate with HR on employee benefits, leave balances, and related payroll impacts.
- Process end-of-service settlements according to organizational policy and national labor law.
Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure payroll compliance with Syrian Labor Law and internal financial procedures.
- Prepare monthly payroll reports, financial summaries, and variance analyses.
- Liaise with external parties when required (auditors, insurance agencies, tax authorities).
- Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation.
Financial & Administrative Duties
- Reconcile payroll accounts and ensure accurate posting into the accounting system.
- Prepare salary transfer lists and coordinate with the bank for disbursements.
- Maintain confidentiality of payroll information at all times.
- Assist the finance team with additional accounting tasks when needed.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll accounting, preferably in NGOs or humanitarian organizations.
- Working knowledge of Syrian labor regulations, taxation, and social security requirements.
- Experience with accounting software (such as QuickBooks, ERP systems, or similar).
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Confidentiality and professional integrity.
- Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with HR and field teams.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and payroll formulas.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
ONSUR Organization is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.
We strongly encourage qualified female candidates to apply for this position.
Child Protection Policy
ONSUR maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of child abuse and exploitation. The organization is fully committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe environment across all areas of its work. All employees are expected to uphold the highest standards of behavior to ensure the safety and well-being of children, and any breach of this policy will result in immediate disciplinary action.
Anti-Discrimination, Harassment, and Abuse Policy
ONSUR is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace for all. Discrimination, harassment, or abuse of any kind — whether based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or military status — is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.
All staff are expected to promote a culture of respect and integrity. Participation in any form of abuse, harassment (verbal, physical, or sexual), intimidation, or exploitation — whether inside or outside the workplace — is a violation of ONSUR’s core values and policies.
Diversity & Inclusion
ONSUR is strongly committed to gender equality and encourages qualified female candidates to apply for this position.
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply by filling out the Google Form linked below. Please provide your CV explaining your relevant experience for the role.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ONSUR reserves the right to close the vacancy before the deadline if a suitable candidate is identified