Global Senior Payroll Associate

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.

Role Purpose

The Senior Payroll Associate is a seasoned payroll professional responsible for maintaining the accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence of global payroll functions. This role focuses on payroll data validation, system governance, reporting, and advanced analytics. The Senior Payroll Associate partners strategically with internal stakeholders to gather payroll data, drive process improvements, oversee system enhancements, and actively support global payroll initiatives, audits, and mergers & acquisitions (M&A).

Role Summary

The Senior Payroll Associate ensures global payroll operations are accurate, validated, and compliant. This role requires deep technical expertise in payroll systems, knowledge of regulatory frameworks, and proficiency in advanced reporting and data analytics. The Senior Payroll Associate collaborates cross-functionally to collect payroll data, resolve discrepancies, load payroll transactions, implement process improvements, and provide actionable insights through data analysis.

Core Responsibilities

Global Payroll Data Collection & Validation

• Lead end-to-end validation of payroll data across all regions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and readiness for payroll execution.
• Perform reconciliations, proactively identify discrepancies, and drive timely resolution.

• Support preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reports.

  Payroll Calendar, Documentation & Controls Management

• Maintain global payroll calendars and support the Global Payroll Programs & Product Manager in integrating regulatory or procedural changes into SOPs.

• Ensure operational controls—including approval workflows, audit checkpoints, and compliance reviews—are consistently applied across all data validation processes.
• Prepare and provide documentation to support audits, compliance reviews, and governance initiatives.

Payroll Operations & Key Stakeholder Liaison

• Serve as the primary interface between internal payroll teams, regional operations, external vendors, and executive stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on operational requirements, coordinate deliverables, and ensure alignment on timelines, processes, and compliance.

Payroll Product & Technical Ownership

• Collaborate with the Global Payroll Programs & Product Manager, Product, Engineering, and Payroll teams to implement system enhancements, process automation, and country/entity expansions.
• Identify system gaps, support troubleshooting of complex payroll system issues, assist with testing, and ensure production readiness prior to rollout or changes.

Payroll Initiatives, Compliance & Audit Support

• Support global payroll initiatives, including process improvements, system updates, automation, and new entity implementations.
• Assist in internal and external audits by preparing documentation, explaining processes, and ensuring control compliance.
• Maintain a payroll records library to ensure consistent and orderly record-keeping.
• Support M&A activities by managing payroll data migration, employee transitions, and vendor coordination to ensure accurate integration.

Data Analytics, Insights & Reporting

• Analyze payroll data to detect anomalies, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure all payroll data and reports meet accuracy, compliance, and operational standards.
• Ensure all payroll transactions are correctly loaded and posted, providing the payroll processing teams with full, validated data to proceed efficiently with subsequent payroll cycles.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• 3–5 years of progressive payroll or related experience, preferably in multi-country or global payroll environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of payroll systems, integrations, and reporting methodologies.
• Deep understanding of payroll compliance, regulatory requirements, and global governance frameworks.
• Experience participating in process improvements, payroll initiatives, or system enhancements.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in complex reconciliations, data validation, and reporting.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to mentor junior team members.

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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