Payroll Tax Compliance Analyst - APAC

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.

The Compliance Analyst will play a critical role in supporting payroll compliance operations for the APAC region. This includes addressing payroll tax queries, providing operational and client escalation support, conducting in-depth research to facilitate global expansion projects, and ensuring accurate and timely completion of compliance documentation. The ideal candidate will have robust payroll knowledge, preferably across multiple countries, and demonstrate the ability to research and interpret payroll regulations in various jurisdictions. Hands-on payroll processing experience is a valuable asset.

What you'll do:

1. Regulatory Compliance and Research

   • Collaborate with the Payroll Compliance team and other internal divisions to understand and document country-specific payroll compliance requirements.

   • Conduct research to support global expansion projects and ensure compliance with local payroll tax laws across the APAC region.

   • Compile and maintain country-specific payroll knowledge bases and compliance blueprints.

2. Operational Support

   • Provide guidance on general payroll tax queries and compliance matters within the APAC region.

   • Support client escalations by investigating issues, identifying root causes, and proposing solutions.

   • Assist in drafting and reviewing compliance documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.

3. Stakeholder Collaboration

   • Communicate with internal teams, external partners to gather and disseminate payroll compliance information.

   • Educate product and development teams on country-specific payroll requirements and best practices.

4. Continuous Improvement

   • Support the development and maintenance of legislative specifications for multiple jurisdictions within the region.

   • Provide insights and guidance to internal teams to ensure continuous compliance awareness and upskilling.

   • Maintain detailed records of compliance activities, ensuring transparency and accountability.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent compliance certification.

• 4+ years of Payroll Tax compliance experience, with demonstrated expertise in payroll regulations for at least two APAC countries.

• Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations, HR policies, and payroll compliance frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.

• Proven ability to lead and manage complex payroll compliance projects with cross-functional teams.

Skills and Competencies

• Hands-on experience with payroll processing is a strong advantage.

• Excellent research and analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Strong project management skills, including planning and delivering under tight deadlines.

• Proficiency in Scrum/Agile methodologies for managing tasks and priorities.

• Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage with clients and align diverse stakeholders.

• Ability to independently navigate and interpret legislative changes.

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

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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.

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