Channel Account Executive, Accounting Partnerships

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 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 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 $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B 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.

The Channel Account Executive (Channel AE) – Accounting is responsible for driving accountant-sourced pipeline by activating and scaling relationships across our accounting partner ecosystem, including accounting firms, CPA firms, and CAS practices. This role owns accountant relationships end-to-end with a focus on sourcing, qualifying, and introducing high-quality opportunities into the sales process.

Acting as the connective tissue between accounting partners and go-to-market teams, the Channel AE ensures that accountant influence is leveraged effectively throughout the sales cycle—from initial signal identification through co-selling and close. This is a highly strategic, relationship-driven role requiring strong commercial judgment, a builder mindset, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, source, and qualify opportunities from accounting firms’ books of business, client portfolios, and networks.
• Drive consistent accountant-sourced pipeline through structured outreach, referrals, joint account planning, and clear qualification standards.
• Own and activate relationships with assigned accounting partners, unlocking access to client accounts and warm introductions.
• Enable accountants on ideal customer profiles, use cases, buying triggers (e.g., growth events, entity expansion, compliance changes), and referral best practices through regular working sessions.
• Partner closely with Account Executives to introduce, co-sell, and support accountant-sourced opportunities with clean handoffs and strong deal context.
• Act as the connective tissue between accountants and GTM teams, collaborating with Partner Managers, Channel SDRs, and Core Sales.
• Help define and refine the accountant channel motion by testing messaging, engagement models, and sourcing strategies to build repeatable playbooks.
• Maintain strong CRM hygiene, forecast accountant-sourced pipeline, and report on partner activity, performance, and conversion trends.
• Represent Deel at accounting industry events, firm meetings, and ecosystem gatherings to deepen relationships and unlock new opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in B2B SaaS sales, channel, partnerships, or accounting-focused ecosystem roles.
• Demonstrated success in unlocking accounting firm networks and sourcing high-quality pipeline.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with the ability to earn trust from firm partners, CPAs, and senior stakeholders.
• Strong commercial instincts with the ability to identify buying signals within client portfolios and act quickly.
• Highly organized with comfort operating cross-functionally as a central point of coordination between partners and sales.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments and build new channel motions from the ground up.
• Willingness to travel as required to support partner relationships and industry events.
• Experience working with accounting firms, CPA firms, CAS practices, or professional services ecosystems is a strong plus.

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 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 accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via this link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. If you have difficulty accessing the form, please email at recruiting@deel.com.

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