Payroll Implementation Manager (PEO) | United States

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. We combine 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.

About the role

Responsible for overseeing the successful implementation and data migration of payroll systems for Deel’s clients. You will assist with the full payroll implementation process, ensuring that clients’ data is accurately transferred, systems are properly configured, and the transition is seamless. You’ll collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, guiding clients through the setup and migration phases, while offering ongoing support and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing kickoff meetings and managing project plans for global payroll rollouts across multiple countries.
• Coordinate project review calls, manage project streams, and handle scope changes or schedule adjustments.
• Support client payroll process setup, including data requirements and payroll calendar management.
• Maintain project documentation, including plans, status updates, and process documentation.
• Help configure payroll systems, reports, and interfaces for parallel payroll and the first two months of live payroll.
• Assist with client go-live transitions, ensuring sign-offs and validating project implementation.
• Generate reports to analyze, audit, and reconcile payroll data, including GL report mapping when necessary.
• Serve as a secondary point of contact for clients, attending weekly calls and reporting on project status, risks, and actions.
• Support data migration, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local and international tax and labor laws.
• Assist with testing and change management to ensure a smooth payroll transition for clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in payroll implementation and operations within a PEO environment.
• Experience with PrismHR is a must-have.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and compliance across multiple countries.
• Experience with payroll systems and software.
• Client-facing project management experience preferred.
• Project management certification (e.g., CAPM) a plus.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage tasks under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Health Insurance effective from Day 1 (Medical, Dental, & Vision).
• 401k Retirement Plan.
• Disability Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA).
• Flexible time off (PTO).
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Parental leave: 16 weeks for the birthing parent and 8 weeks for the non-birthing parent.
• 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.

Pay

Our salary range reflects gross base salary. For commercial roles with commission eligibility, this figure represents On-Target Earnings (OTE), inclusive of base salary and target commission. Salary ranges are quoted in USD as a consistent global reference. Your offer will be localized to your country's currency using a market-aligned conversion. Final pay is based on objective, job-related criteria including experience, skills, and location.