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Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 100+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 5,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $800 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

What you'll do:

Evaluate and select relevant software for running payroll, incorporating Deel product technology requirements
Ensure accurate and timely execution of payroll in your region, as well as in other trained countries
Prepare and reconcile internal payroll reports, ensuring compliance with local tax authorities
Own all critical local payroll and HR processes, including setting up involuntary deductions, supporting onboardings and offboardings of employees on record in your region
Schedule payroll expenses collections and reconcile collections to expenses
Assess and improve rapid growth processes and procedures, ensuring compliance
Stay informed of relevant local regulatory and policies changes, communicating and establishing key changes across teams
Work cross-functionally to provide expertise on local payroll and HR matters in your region
Answer complex payroll and HR related questions from employees and clients in your region

Key Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution
4+ years of payroll and HR experience with experience in relevant country
Strong working knowledge of local regulations and policies related to payroll and HR
Ability to prioritise multiple tasks while meeting deadlines timely and accurately
Strong verbal and written skills to connect with clients and align with various stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills, explaining complex issues at an understandable level
Advanced knowledge of local payroll software solutions
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
Strong proficiency in English
Experience managing technology and external payroll providers is an advantage
Experience with implementation of new payrolls on an industry-recognised payroll solution is preferred
Experience in multiple country jurisdictions is an advantage
Experience with multiple payroll technologies is an advantage

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

Some things you’ll enjoy

Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visitingour careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@deel.com of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.

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What You Should Know About Payroll Expert | South Africa, Deel

Join Deel as a Payroll Expert in beautiful Cape Town, South Africa, where we believe in unlocking opportunities for every person and team around the world. As part of Deel, the fastest-growing Software as a Service company, you'll be at the heart of our mission to revolutionize how global talent connects with world-class companies. Your responsibilities will include evaluating and selecting the best software for payroll, ensuring timely execution of payroll in your region, and preparing crucial payroll reports while maintaining compliance with local tax authorities. With your expertise, you will manage all essential local payroll processes, help onboard and offboard employees, and keep our teams informed about any local regulatory changes. At Deel, you’ll also get to collaborate cross-functionally, answering complex payroll inquiries from both clients and employees, while thriving in a culture that fosters continuous learning and innovation. With a strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and creating an equitable workplace, you’ll contribute to a company that paid over $11.2 billion to workers in 2024 alone. Are you ready to be a pulse of our global structure and build a career that makes a real impact? If you have a Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting, 4+ years of payroll experience in your region, and a knack for managing multiple tasks efficiently, we’d love to chat!

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What are the key responsibilities of a Payroll Expert at Deel?

As a Payroll Expert at Deel, your main responsibilities will include evaluating software solutions for payroll, executing payroll processes accurately and on time, preparing reports for compliance with local tax authorities, and managing crucial HR processes. You'll also be communicating changes in regulatory policies and providing expertise on local payroll matters across teams, making your role vital to the smooth operation of payroll services.