Senior Payroll Associate, Portuguese Delivery

Strada

. Independently process payroll end to end according to agreed processing calendars and KPIs .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeRemote • Spain, PortugalSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end payroll processing, data management, and customer service while adhering to KPIs and statutory reporting requirements. Proficient in HRIS and ERP systems, with strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Payroll AdministrationHRIS Knowledge: Workday, SSFF, OracleERP Knowledge: SAP, A3, PeopleSoftData ManagementClient Advisory on Payroll Queries

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingData ManagementStatutory ReportingKnowledge TransferRoot Cause AnalysisTime RecordingSOC ControlsSystem Maintenance TestingHR and Payroll Data ManagementAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Excellent Written and Verbal SkillsSelf-MotivatedTeam CollaborationFlexibilityRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, CopilotWorkdaySSFFOracleSAPA3PeopleSoft

Industry Keywords

HR ConsultingHR OutsourcingCorporate EnvironmentPayrollHealth & Welfare/Benefits

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently process payroll end to end according to agreed processing calendars and KPIs
Perform Data Management or Customer Service activities according to agreed calendars and KPIs
Support statutory and year-end reporting
Advise on client payroll queries and issues using country-specific legislation expertise
Support and transfer knowledge to Apprentices and Associates
Respond to tickets and calls within SLA timescales
Support system maintenance testing
Liaise and transact with third parties
Complete SOC controls on time with required evidence
Contribute to root cause analysis and recommend preventative measures
Conduct knowledge transfer sessions
Maintain DWIs so processes remain current
Report system issues and defects with required details and evidence
Highlight service-scope deviations to the Service Manager
Handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Complete time recording accurately and on time
Adhere to Strada security standards
Contribute to team meetings and raise issues with the Service Manager
Build relationships across lines of business
Update internal stakeholders accurately and promptly
Participate in assigned projects and activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong knowledge of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Copilot
Flexibility to support a global and fast-paced environment
Attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal skills
Self-motivated and willingness to learn
Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment and independently while adhering to processes and procedures
BA/BS in a business-related field such as Accounting, Human Resources, or Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience
2–3 years of relevant experience administering Payroll or Health & Welfare/Benefits in an HR consulting, HR Outsourcing, or Corporate environment
HRIS knowledge: Workday, SSFF, Oracle
ERP knowledge: SAP preferred, or alternatively A3 or PeopleSoft knowledge
Current and future work authorization in the country where applying, without visa sponsorship by Strada
Experience working with HR and payroll data is desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health coverage
Wellbeing programs
Paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Paid parental leave
Retirement plans
Learning opportunities
Continuing education and training
Competitive total rewards package
Tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization