Payroll Expert | Iceland

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams.

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.

Summary

The Payroll Expert serves as a regional subject matter expert, owning end-to-end payroll execution for specific Iceland.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select relevant software for running payroll, incorporating Deel product technology requirements

• Ensure accurate and timely execution of payroll in your region, as well as in other trained countries

• Prepare and reconcile internal payroll reports, ensuring compliance with local tax authorities

• Own all critical local payroll and HR processes, including setting up involuntary deductions, supporting onboardings and offboardings of employees on record in your region

• Schedule payroll expenses collections and reconcile collections to expenses

• Assess and improve rapid growth processes and procedures, ensuring compliance

• Stay informed of relevant local regulatory and policies changes, communicating and establishing key changes across teams

• Work cross-functionally to provide expertise on local payroll and HR matters in your region

• Answer complex payroll and HR related questions from employees and clients in your region

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution

• 5+ years of payroll and HR experience with experience in relevant country

• Strong working knowledge of local regulations and policies related to payroll and HR

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines timely and accurately

• Strong verbal and written skills to connect with clients and align with various stakeholders

• Strong interpersonal skills, explaining complex issues at an understandable level

• Advanced knowledge of local payroll software solutions

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets

• Strong proficiency in English

• Experience managing technology and external payroll providers is an advantage

• Experience with implementation of new payrolls on an industry-recognized payroll solution is preferred

• Experience in multiple country jurisdictions is an advantage

• Experience with multiple payroll technologies is an advantage

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are.

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