Payroll Accounting Course in Dubai
This payroll accounting course in Dubai covers salary calculation, allowances, deductions, WPS payments and end-of-service gratuity.
About the Payroll Accounting course in Dubai
This payroll accounting course in Dubai covers salary calculation, allowances, deductions, WPS payments and end-of-service gratuity. It helps HR staff, accountants and payroll executives in UAE companies who prepare monthly pay and record it correctly in the books.
Payroll accounting is the process of calculating employee pay, applying deductions and benefits, and recording the costs and liabilities in the accounts. In the UAE it includes wage payments through the Wage Protection System and gratuity.
At Solve Tech in Deira, Dubai, the Payroll Accounting course takes 20 Hours and is offered online, offline and hybrid on weekend and weekdays. It suits accountants, finance staff, business graduates and ERP users who want job-ready system skills. You practise each topic during the session and your trainer reviews what you produce, which is how the skill sticks. Learners often pair it with SAP Business One or Advanced MS Excel. Classroom learners come to Mabrooka Building 04 on Al Muraqqabat Road, a short walk from Al Rigga Metro Exit 2, and online learners follow the same syllabus live. You can compare every option under Accounting, Finance & SAP courses. Ask a training advisor for the full module list, current fee and next start date.
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Why Solve Tech
- Trainers from the fieldEngineers with design, contracting and facilities experience.
- Project-based learningYou complete the work yourself and your trainer reviews it.
- Flexible batchesWeekday, evening and weekend, in class or live online.
- KHDA-permitted instituteCourse completion certificate, with KHDA attestation for eligible courses.
- Central Deira locationNear Deira Clocktower and Al Rigga Metro Station, Exit 2.
- Honest course adviceAn advisor matches the course to your background.
What You Learn in the Payroll Accounting Course in Dubai
- Break salary into basic pay, allowances and deductions
- Calculate overtime, leave pay and unpaid leave
- Calculate end-of-service gratuity under UAE labour law
- Prepare payroll registers and payslips
- Understand the Wage Protection System and MOHRE rules
- Post payroll journals to expense and liability accounts
- Reconcile payroll to the general ledger
- Handle final settlements for leavers
Who Should Take the Payroll Accounting Course
- Payroll executives and HR assistants
- Accountants who post salary journals
- Small business owners who run pay themselves
- Finance staff handling final settlements
- Graduates entering HR or accounts roles
Tools Covered in the Payroll Accounting Course
- Wage Protection System (WPS)
- MOHRE
- Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021
- Microsoft Excel
- Payroll register
- Journal entries
Benefits of the Payroll Accounting Training Course
- Prepare accurate payroll with clear steps for each pay component
- Understand gratuity and final settlement calculations used in UAE employment
- Record salaries and accruals correctly in company accounts
- Be ready to support payroll audits and WPS checks
Payroll Accounting Course Outline
Module 1: Payroll Basics
- Employment contract and salary structure
- Payroll cycle and calendar
- Payroll roles and confidentiality
- UAE labour law overview
Module 2: Salary Calculation
- Basic pay and allowances
- Overtime and working hours
- Deductions and advances
- Unpaid and sick leave
Module 3: Leave and Gratuity
- Annual leave accrual
- Leave encashment
- End-of-service gratuity calculation
- Resignation and termination cases
Module 4: Wage Protection System
- WPS purpose and process
- Bank salary files
- Payment timelines
- Common WPS errors
Module 5: Payroll Accounting
- Salary expense and accruals
- Journal entries for payroll
- Gratuity provision
- Payroll reconciliation
Module 6: Practice
- Build a payroll register in Excel
- Generate payslips
- Final settlement case
- Month-end payroll review
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Certificate
You receive a Solve Tech course completion certificate after the course and its assessment. KHDA-attested certificates are available for eligible courses. How our certificates work
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View allFAQ About Payroll Accounting Courses
How long is the Payroll Accounting course?
The Payroll Accounting course is 20 Hours.
Who should take the Payroll Accounting course?
Payroll executives and HR assistants; Accountants who post salary journals; Small business owners who run pay themselves; Finance staff handling final settlements; Graduates entering HR or accounts roles.
Which tools are covered in the Payroll Accounting course?
Wage Protection System (WPS), MOHRE, Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, Microsoft Excel, Payroll register, Journal entries.
How is end-of-service gratuity calculated in the UAE?
For most employees under the current labour law, it is based on basic wage: 21 days for each of the first five years and 30 days for each year after. The course works through examples.
Does the course use a payroll software?
The main practice is built in Excel so you understand the logic. The same steps apply when you later use any payroll or ERP system.
Is the Payroll Accounting course available online?
Delivery modes for this course: Online, Offline, Hybrid. Ask an advisor for the next batch in the mode you prefer.
Can I attend on weekends?
This course runs on: Weekend & Weekdays.
Where is the Payroll Accounting course held in Dubai?
At Solve Tech Training Institute, Office M09, Mabrooka Building 04, Al Muraqqabat Road, near Deira Clocktower. The nearest metro is Al Rigga Station, Exit 2.
What is the fee?
Fees depend on the format and batch. Send an enquiry to receive the current fee.
About Solve Tech Training Institute
Solve Tech Training Institute is a KHDA-permitted technical and occupational skills training centre in Deira, Dubai. We teach engineering, technical and professional courses in the classroom, live online and on site for companies, with trainers who work in the fields they teach. This page is published by the Solve Tech training team and was last updated in October 2026.
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Dubai, UAE
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