Director, Payroll Compliance

Summary

Join Deel, a rapidly growing SaaS company, as the Director of Product Payroll Compliance and lead efforts to develop scalable payroll engines across the Americas. You will ensure compliance and efficiency, collaborating with the development team and stakeholders. Responsibilities include researching compliant payroll engines, designing workflows, incorporating legislative changes, developing compliance resources, and managing a team of compliance professionals. You will provide expert guidance on compliance matters, act as a liaison between teams, and maintain relationships with external auditors. Deel offers a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution or equivalent compliance-specific certification
• 8+ years of experience in managing compliance in a fast-paced, global environment, with expertise in payroll regulations across the Americas
• Strong ability to translate regulatory requirements into clear workflows and scalable solutions
• Demonstrated experience in managing and mentoring payroll compliance teams
• Working collaboratively with cross-functional departments
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance regulations in at least 3 countries or more, with the ability to manage compliance efforts across the Americas region
• Excellent project management skills, including familiarity with Scrum/Agile methodologies
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on working effectively across departments and regions

Responsibilities

• Lead research to develop compliant payroll engines across the Americas
• Collaborate with the development team to design and optimize workflows that align with local regulatory requirements
• Ensure legislative changes are incorporated into engine configurations promptly and accurately
• Develop resources and frameworks to support compliance decision-making at every stage of the product lifecycle
• Drive end-to-end project execution for payroll system enhancements and new implementations
• Lead and manage a team of compliance professionals, overseeing payroll compliance activities across the Americas
• Provide expert guidance on legislative compliance matters, including audits and regulatory inquiries, ensuring adherence to international standards
• Act as the primary liaison between compliance, engineering and product teams
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with external auditors and regulatory bodies, representing the organization in compliance-related matters

Benefits

• 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