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 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.
Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 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 $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B 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.
About the Role
Deel is looking for a hands-on SOX Specialist to join our team and support the development and maintenance of the company’s internal control framework. This role combines practical SOX execution with strong project coordination and delivery skills, focusing on completing tasks across multiple SOX-related initiatives.
The SOX Specialist will collaborate closely with stakeholders across the organization, ensuring SOX activities are planned, tracked, and executed in line with defined timelines and requirements. Responsibilities include coordinating deliverables, monitoring action items, and supporting the smooth execution of the SOX program.
This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who works effectively independently, manages multiple workstreams concurrently, and applies a structured, PMO-style approach to SOX activities in a dynamic environment.
This is a 100% hybrid role, combining remote and on-site work as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Establish, implement, and maintain the company’s SOX internal control framework.
Execute SOX-related activities, including control documentation, testing, and remediation efforts.
Support SOX project planning by tracking timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure tasks progress as scheduled.
Manage assigned SOX workstreams from initiation through completion, including follow-ups and documentation.
Design, document, and test internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather information, align on requirements, and support timely execution of SOX initiatives.
Review and analyze SOC 1 reports, identify relevant controls, and assess their impact on ICFR.
Identify control gaps and support remediation activities, including tracking action items to closure.
Support implementation and ongoing use of a SOX management system, including task execution, monitoring, and reporting.
Requirements
3–6 years of hands-on experience in SOX compliance (SOX 404).
Experience in SOX business processes.
CPA Certification required.
Experience building an internal control environment.
Strong project management skills with the ability to drive execution independently.
High learning agility, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently.
Detail-oriented, well-organized, and accuracy-focused.
Ability to guide colleagues on SOX processes and best practices.
Strong technological orientation, with experience using compliance and analytical tools (e.g., BI tools).
Proven experience reviewing and analyzing SOC 1 reports.
Experience with SOX management tools – advantage.
Advanced Excel skills.
Fluent in English (written and spoken).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a FinTech company – advantage.
Background in Big 4 or public company environment – advantage.
Experience in a growing or scaling organization – advantage.
Experience in Internal Audit – advantage.
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 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 accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via this link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. If you have difficulty accessing the form, please email at recruiting@deel.com.
As part of our hiring process, we primarily rely on interviews and role-related assessments. In limited cases, we may also consider informal background information relevant to the role, in line with our privacy and fairness obligations.
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