Country Finance Manager, South Korea

at Deel  
Human Resources Management System Software
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REMOTEWFH 5 days a weekSeoul, Gyeonggi Province, South KoreaFull-Time ~ Permanent
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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. Built for the way the world works today, 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 100+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 5,000 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’re not just building software; we’re creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. 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 Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 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 $800 million 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.

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and qualified Country Financial Manager to spearhead all financial activities within the specified location. This pivotal role requires a qualified accountant with experience in managing accounting, tax and financial aspects, essential for scaling our business effectively in the country.

Responsibilities:

  • Financial Management: Oversee and develop all financial activities in the country, including accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting with improvements to period end closing a focus.
  • Compliance Reporting: Prepare and manage ledger entries, payroll, tax benefits, and contributions reports for regulatory bodies such as social security tax authorities, insurance, pension companies, and others.
  • Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Reconcile all balance sheet accounts, including (Intercompany) banking, customers, vendors, and accruals, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Cash Flow and Reporting: Monitor day-to-day transactions, maintain up-to-date books, and prepare comprehensive financial and administrative reports as required.
  • Tax Submissions: Ensure timely and accurate submissions to tax authorities (VAT, CIT, Social Security & others).
  • Payroll Oversight: Ensure accuracy in payroll calculations made by our local Payroll Manager, oversee payroll software selection and integration, and address any issues related to payroll information and reporting.
  • Audits: Experience of managing audits in your country.
  • Projects: Experience of managing accounting & non accounting projects such as software implementation, process improvements & more.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Accountant: ACCA/CPA or local equivalent is mandatory.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5+ years as an accountant in high-tech companies, with a robust understanding of financial management and compliance.
  • Payroll Expertise: Proficiency in managing Payroll ERP systems is preferred, with experience in Netsuite being advantageous.
  • Global Exposure: Significant experience working in a global environment, understanding diverse financial regulations and practices.
  • Technical Skills: Strong Excel and office skills are essential for data analysis and reporting.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
  • Attributes: Self-motivated, ability to work autonomously, and a detail-oriented, a problem-solving mindset is a must.
  • Team Player: Service-oriented approach, collaborating seamlessly within a team to achieve collective goals.

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

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 .

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