Payroll Expert, Australia - job 1 of 2

As a Payroll Expert at Deel in Australia, you’ll be responsible for evaluating and selecting payroll software, ensuring that payroll is executed accurately and timely within your region, and preparing reconciliation reports to comply with local tax authorities. You will also oversee HR processes related to payroll, including onboarding and offboarding employees, while continuously improving rapid growth processes and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Your role will involve cross-functional collaboration to provide payroll expertise and support to both internal teams and clients.

To become a Payroll Expert at Deel, you should have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution. Additionally, at least 4 years of payroll and HR experience, along with a strong understanding of local payroll regulations and policies, is essential. Proficiency in English, strong interpersonal skills, and experience with payroll software solutions are also critical for succeeding in this role. Experience managing technology and external payroll providers is preferred, especially if you have worked across multiple jurisdictions.

Deel ensures timely payroll execution in Australia through meticulous attention to detail and effective management of payroll processes. As a Payroll Expert, you will be directly involved in scheduling payroll expense collections, reconciling these collections with expenses, and continuously assessing and improving the procedures to keep up with rapid growth. Staying informed about local regulations and communicating key changes across teams enables smooth payroll processing.

For the Payroll Expert role at Deel, you should have advanced knowledge of local payroll software solutions and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. Familiarity with various payroll technologies is advantageous as you’ll be responsible for selecting the most relevant software to align with Deel’s product technology requirements while also managing payroll processes efficiently.

The work environment for a Payroll Expert at Deel is dynamic and remote-friendly, allowing you to work from anywhere, including access to WeWork spaces where available. As part of a diverse global team, you can expect collaborative support, continuous learning opportunities, and a culture that values inclusivity. Deel fosters an atmosphere where your contributions are recognized and essential to achieving the company's vision of a world without hiring borders.

When answering this question, highlight the specific payroll software you've used in your previous roles, the functionalities you are familiar with, and any implementations you've led. Emphasize your ability to learn new technologies quickly and demonstrate how your experience qualifies you to choose and manage software solutions at Deel.

For this question, discuss the methods you use to keep abreast of changes in payroll regulations, such as subscribing to industry newsletters, participating in webinars, attending workshops, or being part of professional organizations. This shows your commitment to continuous learning and compliance, which is vital for a Payroll Expert at Deel.

Explain your approach to investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies. Describe how you would communicate with the employee to understand their concern, gather relevant data, and collaborate with team members to rectify the issue promptly and ensure accuracy in future payroll cycles.

Detail your reconciliation process, including how you compare internal payroll reports with external filings. Discuss any tools or techniques you use to ensure accuracy and compliance while explaining how this process contributes to the overall efficiency and integrity of payroll operations.

Share a specific example of a payroll process you optimized or streamlined in your previous role. Discuss the challenges you faced, the changes you implemented, and the positive outcomes that followed, such as reduced processing time or improved accuracy.

When addressing this question, describe your time management strategies and tools you use to organize and prioritize tasks. Give specific examples of situations where you've had to balance multiple deadlines effectively.

Discuss your observations regarding common challenges in payroll management, such as ensuring compliance with changing regulations or dealing with high-volume payroll cycles. Highlight your proactive approach to overcoming these obstacles, demonstrating your problem-solving skills.

Emphasize the importance of protecting employee information in payroll processes. Discuss policies or practices you’ve implemented to safeguard data, compliance measures, and your commitment to confidentiality as a fundamental aspect of your role at Deel.

In your response, elaborate on your role in processing new hires and exits, explaining the specific tasks you handled during onboarding, such as setting up payroll information, and during offboarding, such as ensuring final pay accurately reflects deductions or severance.

Talk about how working with other departments (like HR, finance, or IT) enhances payroll accuracy and compliance. Provide specific instances where such collaboration resulted in effective solutions, improved workflows, or streamlined communication within your previous roles.