Country Finance Manager | South Africa

Deel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll and HR platform is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to oversee broad financial activities, ensuring compliance and accuracy in accounting and payroll processes. The ideal candidate will have ACCA/CPA or equivalent and at least 3 years of experience in high-tech companies. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to contribute to a diverse and inclusive global workforce.

Benefits

Stock grant opportunities

Flexible remote work

WeWork access

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as an accountant in high-tech companies.
• Significant experience in a global environment.
• Strong Excel and office skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial activities ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage local accounting operations including financial reporting.
• Prepare records for payroll, tax, benefits, and contributions.

Skills

Business Development

Financial Performance

Customer Service

Compliance Oversight

Project Management

Excellent communication in English

Education

ACCA / CPA or local equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

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. 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 6000 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 are not just building software; we are creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global workforce. 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 Combinators top companies list, all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15000 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 $12 billion valuation and $1B 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

Reporting to the Financial Director, this role will be responsible for a broad spectrum of financial activities including accounting, tax compliance and payroll oversight. The ideal candidate will bring a global mindset, ability to multi-task & move quickly, and strong technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop all financial activities for entities in multiple countries ensuring compliance with local and international accounting standards.
• Manage local accounting operations including financial reporting, tax compliance and month-end close processes.
• Prepare and manage ledger entries for payroll, tax, benefits and contributions as well as reporting for regulatory bodies such as social security, tax authorities, insurance, pension companies and others.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies including social security authorities, insurance providers, pension companies and other regulatory requirements.
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts including intercompany, banking, customers, vendors and accruals.
• Monitor day-to-day transactions, maintain up-to-date books and prepare comprehensive financial and administrative reports as required.
• Ensure timely and accurate submissions to tax authorities (VAT, CIT, Social Security & others).
• Ensure accuracy in payroll calculations made by Payroll Manager.
• Address and resolve payroll-related issues, ensuring accurate reporting and reconciliation.
• Manage regional audits, serving as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Ensure timely resolution of audit requests and implementation of recommendations.
• Work closely with AP, Business Control and Procurement teams, serving as a key individual within the finance department.

Qualifications

• ACCA / CPA or local equivalent is mandatory.
• Minimum of 3 years as an accountant in high-tech companies with a robust understanding of financial management and compliance.
• Experience of working in a Regulated Company is highly desirable
• Global Exposure: Significant experience working in a global environment, understanding diverse financial regulations and practices.
• Strong Excel and office skills are essential for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
• Self-motivated, ability to work autonomously and a detail-oriented problem-solving mindset is a must.
• Service-oriented approach, collaborating seamlessly within a team to achieve collective goals.

Benefits and Rewards

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 encourages 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. 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 accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at the nature of the accommodation that you may require to ensure your equal participation.

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Key Skills

• Business Development
• Company Policies
• Customer Service
• Financial Performance
• Revenue Growth
• Oversight
• Regional Sales
• Account Management
• Project Management
• Product Line
• Ensure Compliance
• Human Resources
• Procedures
• Sales Goals
• Direct Reports

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1