Payroll Implementation Consultant - French Speaking

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. Job Purpose To successfully implement and support Payroll and base HR modules for new and existing clients on PaySpace by analysing the client’s requirements, configuring the system, migrating the data, and balancing the figures. The client base is mainly from the Francophone African countries therefore the successful applicant would have to be fluent in French The role is mostly focused on Large to Medium-size companies Duties and Responsibilities Ensures customer excellence • Builds and maintains strong relationships with customer base. • Lives the company’s values and service standards with regards to customer interaction. • Adheres to business processes and systems to meet the company’s quality requirements • Takes personal accountability for service excellence. • Adheres to the company’s work standards. Information security • Understand their role within the organisation from an information security perspective and commit to protecting the organisation’s security information assets. Finance • Ensures Cost savings and efficiencies in area of accountability. Self- development • Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. • Prepare personal development plans in conjunction with Manager and implement in line with business requirements. Teamwork • Ensures teamwork to achieve shared goals. Payroll Implementations • Actively lead workshops at client site and be comfortable in addressing senior/executive management • Study the fact sheet of the relevant country/s before implementation of a non South African entity • Analyse and document client requirements • Brainstorm with development and implementations manager to best satisfy new requirements and create specification documents for these items • Configure system according to the client’s requirements • Ability to configure complex calculations using Javascript • Migrate data from client’s current system to new system • Balance payroll data • Play the lead role in implementations: • Distribution of configuration and migration work across the team • Ensure maximum productivity throughout the team • Ensure quality work of all team members • Ensure project milestones are reached • Follow standard implementation procedures • Provide training to the users Post-Implementation support • Provide support via email and/or telephone to new clients for a period of time after implementation until handover to support or outsource department • Ensure a smooth handover to support and/or outsource department General Duties • Stay up to date with the latest system functionality • Assist the support and outsource departments with queries when required (using Zoho Desk) • Mentor new/junior consultants on the implementation process and system functionality System Testing • Test new system functionality by following the prescribed testing process Requirements • Fully Fluent in French and English • Full knowledge of Payroll and HR legislation • At least 5 years’ experience in payroll consulting • Advanced skills in the Microsoft Office suite i.e. Excel, Word etc • Strong analytical abilities • Creative and innovative • Demonstrated ability to learn and apply basic concepts in new situations • Strong interpersonal skills • Degree in HR or BCom Degree 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 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. Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. 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 [email protected] of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation. Apply Job!