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Payroll Expert, South Africa

Who we are is what we do.

Deel and our family of growing companies are made up of global teams dedicated to helping businesses hire anyone, anywhere, easily.

The team comprises over three thousand self-driven individuals spanning over 100 countries, and our unified yet diverse culture keeps us continually learning and innovating the platform and products for customers.

Companies should be able to hire the best talent anywhere in the world, so we are building the best platform to make that a reality. Our market-leading technology, expertise, and global team are crucial to the platform’s success. We deliver the best products and features in our space, enabling millions of jobs worldwide and connecting the global workforce with the best companies and opportunities.

Why should you be part of our success story?

A 30-mile hiring radius should no longer dictate how companies hire because exceptional talent lives everywhere. Deel sees a world without hiring borders and endless talent that pairs perfect candidates with great companies.

We offer global teams all the tools they need to hire, onboard, manage, pay, and scale at full speed. We aim to foster a diverse global economy by building a generational platform that seamlessly connects companies with talent worldwide.

After our successful Series D in 2021, we raised another $50M in 2023, doubling our valuation to $12B. There’s never been a more exciting time to join Deel — the international payroll and compliance market leader.

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 South Africa
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

Provided computer equipment tailored to your role
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 WeWork access where available

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 visiting our 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

At Deel, we're inviting you to become our new Payroll Expert based in the beautiful Cape Town, South Africa! Here, we believe that who we are fuels what we do. With over three thousand driven individuals across more than 100 countries, our diverse and unified culture fosters continuous learning and innovation. As a Payroll Expert, your role will be essential to our mission of enabling companies to hire globally without boundaries. You'll be at the forefront of evaluating and selecting the right software for payroll processes while ensuring timely and accurate payroll execution, not just in South Africa but in other regions you've trained in. You'll handle crucial payroll and HR operations, support employee onboarding and offboarding, and stay updated on local regulatory changes. Your expertise will help streamline our growing processes, benefiting both our clients and employees. With a Bachelor’s degree and over four years of payroll and HR experience, you're adept with local laws and can communicate complex regulations clearly. At Deel, you’ll be joining a leading market player, recently valued at $12 billion, during an exhilarating growth phase following significant funding. Why not become a part of our success story and help us shape a world where exceptional talent knows no borders?

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

As a Payroll Expert at Deel, you'll be responsible for selecting relevant payroll software, ensuring accurate payroll execution for your region and others, preparing internal reports, managing local payroll processes from deductions to collections, and staying informed on regulatory changes that could impact payroll compliance. Your role will also involve providing local payroll expertise and addressing complex queries from employees and clients.