PRODUCTS

  • Payroll Suite
  • HR Suite
  • Talent Suite
  • Project Services Suite
PeopleOS

The unified people platform - HR, payroll & talent in one core system.

Keka AI

AI woven across every workflow to save your team hours each week.

Marketplace

Connect 100+ integrations and the apps your team already runs on.

Customer Story

How Noise unified HR on a single people platform

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Payroll management software developed with hands-on UAE payroll expertise

Built on real experience serving businesses across the UAE and a deep
understanding of local workforce practices and payroll regulations.

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AI-powered error checks

Catch incorrect hours, missing deductions, and outliers before you run payroll, not after.

Native UAE compliance

Stay compliant with UAE labor laws, WPS requirements, and statutory payroll regulations.

Local payroll data hosting

Keep payroll data securely hosted within UAE infrastructure to meet regional data residency and security expectations.

UAE PAYROLL COMPLIANCE

Payroll software with built-in
UAE compliance controls

Handle WPS reporting, statutory deductions, and labor law payroll rules
automatically with built-in compliance controls.

WPS-ready payroll files

Generate salary information files (SIF) and payroll reports required for WPS salary transfers with built-in validations.

GPSSA and statutory compliance

Handle UAE pension contributions and statutory payroll requirements automatically based on employee eligibility.

Sick leave payout calculations

Apply UAE sick leave policies automatically with configurable payout rules and salary component calculations.

Annual leave advance payouts

Disburse annual leave salary advances on time while keeping payroll calculations accurate and aligned with compliance.

Air ticket entitlements tracking

Track employee air ticket entitlements for annual leave or exits and manage bookings from one centralized dashboard.

EOSB and gratuity management

Automatically calculate gratuity based on UAE labor laws and ensure accurate final settlements during employee exits.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

In-person support for
smooth payroll operations

We don’t stop at go-live. Your dedicated specialist stays with you through every cycle, every issue, and every resolution for however long it takes. Named contacts, in-person support, and premium SLAs mean you always know who’s on it and when it gets done.

Keka Promise

Guided onboarding with payroll specialists by your side

We guide your setup with structured timelines, hands-on support, and parallel payroll runs so your first payroll runs accurately.

Dedicated payroll experts on call

Get direct access to payroll specialists who support you during payroll cycles. Work with named CSMs, periodic health checks, executive reviews, and strict SLAs for steady operations.

Support for UAE payroll compliance

From generating WPS files to gratuity calculations and payroll regulations, our team helps ensure accurate and compliant payroll.

PAYROLL PROCESSING

Sync payroll with real-time attendance and geo data

Capture attendance, shifts, and salary updates automatically with Keka’s payroll management software. Validate payroll inputs before the final run and process payroll confidently while keeping workforce data synchronised across payroll operations.

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EXPENSE MANAGEMENT

Track expenses and reimburse employees without delays

Capture receipts, track employee expenses, and automate approvals in one system. Sync approved reimbursements with payroll so employees get paid back quickly without manual tracking.

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REPORTING AND ANALYTICS

Clear payroll insights for better workforce decisions

Analyze payroll expenses, compare planned versus actual compensation costs, and forecast budgets. Use payroll analytics to understand cost trends and make informed workforce decisions.

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Payroll software infrastructure built for scale and reliability

Run payroll across entities, projects, and pay types while integrating with your ERP and accounting and payroll software stack. Deliver a smooth payroll experience with enterprise-grade security, infrastructure, and uptime.

Flexible payroll structures

Create payroll groups by entity, project, pay type, or nationality to support complex workforce structures.

ERP and accounting integrations

Sync payroll with ERPs and accounting systems to keep payroll costs and financial records aligned.

Employee payroll experience

Give employees easy access to payslips, payroll history, and earnings information, avoiding follow-ups with the HR.

Enterprise-grade infrastructure

Run payroll on secure infrastructure with ISO 27001 and SOC 2 standards and reliable uptime.

INTEGRATIONS

A modern payroll that works with your
existing finance and ERP tools

Integrate with your accounting stack to keep payroll runs, tax liabilities, and workforce costs automatically
aligned with your books, eliminating manual sync and improving financial clarity.

SECURITY, SCALE & RELIABILITY

Built for scale.
Trusted for security.

Keka stays updated with every federal, state, and local payroll rule – so you never
worry about tax changes or compliance gaps.

SOC2

ISO 27001

GDPR

“Payroll used to take 5–7 days. With Keka, it’s done in just 2-4 hours.”

Biren Kumar Dash

Vice President, Varmora
Absence Management Leader Asia Pacific
Capterra
Workforce Planning Most Implementable
Workforce Planning Highest User Adoption
360 Feedback Software Best Usability
Absence Management Momentum Leader
360 Feedback Software Leader
360 Feedback Software Leader
Absence Management Momentum Leader
360 Feedback Software Best Usability
Workforce Planning Highest User Adoption
Workforce Planning Most Implementable

Frequently Asked Questions

What payroll software do businesses use in the UAE?

Businesses in the UAE typically use payroll software that supports WPS salary processing, UAE labor law compliance, gratuity and EOSB calculations, GPSSA contributions, multi-entity payroll, and ERP integrations. Cloud-based HR and payroll software that handles both processing and compliance in one platform is increasingly the standard for UAE operations.

How does Keka automate payroll for UAE businesses?

Keka automates payroll by syncing employee attendance, shifts, and compensation data directly into payroll calculations. Workforce data flows automatically into payroll runs so payouts, deductions, and overtime calculations remain accurate without manual adjustments every cycle.

Does payroll software support WPS payroll in the UAE?

Yes. UAE payroll management software supports WPS payroll by generating compliant SIF files, validating employee salary data against WPS requirements, and ensuring salary transfers are processed accurately through approved banking channels — reducing rejection risk and keeping businesses compliant with Central Bank of UAE requirements.

Can Keka calculate end-of-service gratuity automatically?

Yes. Keka automatically calculates end-of-service gratuity based on UAE labor laws, taking into account employee tenure, salary structures, nationality, and contract terms. Gratuity liabilities are tracked throughout employment and applied accurately during final settlements.

Can payroll software manage attendance and payroll together in the UAE?

Yes. Modern HR and payroll software UAE integrates attendance, shifts, overtime, and leave data directly into payroll calculations — eliminating manual data entry, reducing errors, and ensuring field and office teams are paid accurately based on actual hours worked.

Can Keka run payroll for multiple entities or countries?

Yes. Keka allows businesses to manage payroll for multiple legal entities from one system while maintaining entity-level compliance and consolidated reporting — across UAE, GCC, or other international operations.

Is cloud-based payroll software secure for UAE businesses?

Yes. Modern cloud payroll software uses enterprise-grade security standards including SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certification, encrypted payroll data storage, and secure role-based access controls. For UAE businesses, local data hosting is also an important consideration — keeping payroll data within UAE infrastructure to meet regional data residency requirements.

Does Keka support UAE payroll compliance and WPS requirements?

Yes. Keka supports UAE payroll compliance with built-in controls for WPS reporting, statutory deductions, GPSSA contributions, sick leave and annual leave payouts, air ticket entitlements, and payroll rules aligned with UAE labor laws — all applied automatically during every payroll cycle.

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