Portuguese Payroll Delivery Senior Associate

Strada Inc.; Portugal; Remote; EUR 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Learning opportunities

Paid leave

Job summary

Strada Inc. in Portugal is seeking a Senior Associate to join our Payroll Delivery team, focusing on end-to-end payroll execution, data management, and client services. You will ensure accurate output, meet processing calendars and KPIs.

You will support statutory reporting, advise on country-specific rules, and participate in knowledge transfer and system maintenance while safeguarding sensitive information.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of payroll administration experience in HR consulting, Outsourcing, or corporate environments.
• HRIS knowledge preferred (Workday, SAP, PeopleSoft).

Responsibilities

• Independently process payroll end-to-end in line with calendars and KPIs.
• Support statutory and year-end reporting per calendar and KPIs.
• Advise clients on payroll queries with knowledge of country-specific legislation.
• Assist in data management and customer service activities as needed.
• Ensure security, confidentiality, and data integrity in all processes.
• Contribute to knowledge transfer sessions and system maintenance testing.

Skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Self-motivated learner

Education

BA/BS in Accounting, HR, Business Administration

Tools

Workday

SAP

PeopleSoft

Job description

## Portuguese Payroll Delivery Senior AssociateApplylocations: PT-Portugal-Virtualtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-3561**Join us on a journey of endless possibilities**At Strada, possibility isn’t just a promise – it’s the foundation of everything we do. We believe in unlocking potential for every colleague, creating a journey of growth, discovery, and impact. With the support, resources, and opportunities we provide, you’ll build a fulfilling future – working on meaningful projects that span industries and regions, contributing to outcomes that matter. Strada is a people, payroll, and technology leader simplifying international workforce management. Operating in 180+ countries, we design and deliver people-first solutions powered by cloud-based technology – helping organizations grow and enabling workforces to perform at their best. Learn more at www.stradaglobal.com**Summary:**To contribute and support the team responsible for the execution of payroll and post-payroll activities and/or data management/customer services activities, ensuring that output is accurate and on time. Your responsibilities may be focused on payroll and/or customer services and you will be flexible supporting either as or when requiredMain Responsibilities • Independently process Payroll End to End to ensure they are delivered as per the agreed processing calendar(s) and to the agreed KPIs and/or independently perform Data Management or Customer Service activities as per the agreed calendar and KPIs • Support Statutory and Year End Reporting to the agreed calendar(s) and to the agreed KPIs • Use Payroll expertise to advise upon client queries/issues and ensure a strong understanding of country specific legislation and tasks • Support and knowledge transfer Apprentices and/or Associates on Data Management or Customer Service activities • Ensure Tickets and Calls are responded within SLA timescales and to a high standard • Support System Maintenance Testing • Liaise and transact with Third Parties • SOC Controls completed on time and with the necessary evidences • Support and contribute to root cause analysis to ensure details are accurate and that feasible preventative measures are suggested to limit any reoccurrence • Conduct Knowledge Transfer sessions and ensure the audience has understood and can put into practice • Maintenance of DWIs to ensure processes are up to date and reflective of the service • All system issues/defects are reported correctly and tickets are logged with the necessary details and evidences so Application Services and/or Products can investigate • Highlight to Service Manager any deviations from the standard scope of service • Ability to recognize and deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information • Time Recording to be completed accurately and on time • STRADA Security Standards are adhered and followed • Contribute to team meetings and raise any issues immediately to your Service Manager • Ensure you are up to date with all STRADA HR announcements and communications • Build good relationships with all lines of businesses where appropriate • Update internal stakeholders, when needed, in a timely and accurate way • Participates in projects and activities as needed and assignedREQUIRED EXPERIENCE Professional / Job Experience • Strong knowledge of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint • Flexibility to support a global and fast paced environment • Attention to detail • Excellent written and verbal skills • Self-motivated and a willingness to learn • Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment, as well as independently while adhering to processes and procedures**Education and Training Essential** • BA/BS in a business-related field such as Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education & experience • 2-3 years relevant experience administering Payroll or Health & Welfare/Benefits in an HR consulting, HR Outsourcing or Corporate environment. • HRIS knowledge: Workday, SAP, or PeopleSoft knowledge preferredDesirable • Experience working with HR and payroll data**At Strada, our values guide everything we do:*** **Anticipate Customer Needs** – We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed.* **Own the Outcome** – We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right.* **Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter** – We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more.* **Empower Each Other to Solve Problems** – We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions.* **Care About Our Work** – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right.**Benefits**At Strada, we support your whole self—offering a range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, finances, and future. These include health coverage, wellbeing programs, paid leave (vacation, sick, parental), retirement plans, learning opportunities, and more.All offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks, where permitted by law and as appropriate for the role. These may include identity, education, employment, and in some cases, criminal history verification, checks against global watchlists, credit reports, and/or drug testing. You’ll be informed of the specific checks applicable to your role and location during the recruitment process.**Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**Strada is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that embracing differences strengthens our teams and drives innovation and success.**Diversity Policy Statement**Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. We actively support the advancement of underrepresented groups and provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting their recruiter.**Authorization to work in the Employing Country**To be considered, you must have current and future work authorization in the country where you're applying, without the need for visa sponsorship by Strada.Please note: This job description does not limit Strada’s right to assign or reassign responsibilities, including to subsidiaries, partners, or future business purchasers.We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.**DISCLAIMER:**Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units.