Hybrid Payroll Specialist — Workday & ADP Expert

moOngy; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MoOngy is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Portugal to ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing while delivering an excellent employee experience. The role handles complex payroll matters in a structured environment and supports HR process improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, 3–5 years of payroll experience, strong knowledge of Portuguese labor law plus IRS and Social Security, and hands-on ADP and Workday experience with strong Excel and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of payroll administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Portuguese labor law, IRS and social security.
• Mandatory experience with ADP payroll systems.
• Mandatory hands-on experience with Workday.
• Good Excel skills (intermediate to advanced).
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Autonomy and discretion with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Administer absences, vacations, leaves, and terminations.
• Ensure compliance with Portuguese labor law, tax regs and social security.
• Liaise with Social Security, ACT and other authorities.
• Prepare and submit Salary Declarations and Relatório Único.
• Support audits; maintain payroll records securely.
• Guide employees and stakeholders on payroll matters.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Autonomy

Attention to detail

Discretion

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Management

Tools

ADP payroll

Workday

Excel

Job description

MoOngy is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Portugal to ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing while delivering an excellent employee experience. The role handles complex payroll matters in a structured environment and supports HR process improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, 3–5 years of payroll experience, strong knowledge of Portuguese labor law plus IRS and Social Security, and hands-on ADP and Workday experience with strong Excel and