Senior Payroll Associate Indian Payroll India
Deel
πΏπ¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Deel is open to applicants from South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa β whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
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.
Summary
The Senior Payroll Associate is an experienced individual contributor who takes ownership of payroll processing activities while providing guidance to junior team members. This role requires deep technical knowledge of payroll systems and regulations, with responsibility for implementing process improvements and ensuring compliance across assigned payroll operations.
Responsibilities
* Oversee the processing of payroll data for employees
Oversee the processing of payroll data for employees
* Maintain accurate employee records
Maintain accurate employee records
* Verify and reconcile employee data, including salaries, hours worked, and deductions
Verify and reconcile employee data, including salaries, hours worked, and deductions
* Assist with Indian payroll tax calculations and filings
Assist with Indian payroll tax calculations and filings
* Provide support to employees for Indian payroll-related questions and issues
Provide support to employees for Indian payroll-related questions and issues
* Ensure compliance with Indian payroll laws and regulations
Ensure compliance with Indian payroll laws and regulations
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution
* 3-5 years of experience in payroll or a related field
3-5 years of experience in payroll or a related field
* Strong knowledge of Indian payroll laws and regulations
Strong knowledge of Indian payroll laws and regulations
* Attention to detail and accuracy
Attention to detail and accuracy
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
* Ability to lead and mentor junior team members
Ability to lead and 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
Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
* Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
* The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access
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, mari
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards β use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Deel
Deel is a company in the hr industry that hires remote workers from South Africa.