Payroll Manager | Lisboa Lisboa

Payroll Manager | Lisboa
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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The opportunity

EY is looking for a highly motivated, ambitious, enthusiastic and
- oriented Manager to join our Payroll team.

As a Payroll Manager you will be responsible for leading and managing payroll services for a portfolio of national and international clients. You will oversee a team of payroll consultants and specialists, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, while maintaining high standards of compliance, client service, and operational excellence.

You will serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing expert guidance on
- related matters, and contributing to the continuous improvement and digital transformation of payroll processes.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the
  -
  - end payroll process for a diverse client portfolio, ensuring full compliance with local tax, labor, and social security regulations;
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of payroll professionals, ensuring workload balance, technical development, and performance management;
• Act as the main contact for key clients, building trusted relationships and providing strategic payroll guidance and support;
• Monitor legislative changes and ensure clients’ payroll processes and policies remain compliant;
• Review and validate payroll calculations, reports, and tax filings before submission;
• Collaborate closely with internal departments to provide integrated client solutions;
• Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation and presentations to prospective clients;
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and contribute to the automation and digitalization of payroll services;
• Ensure data privacy and compliance with GDPR and firm standards.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong leadership and team management skills;
• Excellent
  - facing and communication abilities;
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities;
• Proactive attitude and
  - solving orientation.

To qualify for the role, the candidate must have

• Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting, Law or related field;
• At least 6 years of experience in payroll, with a minimum of 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role, preferably within a consultancy or shared services environment;
• Solid knowledge of Portuguese payroll legislation, tax, and social security frameworks;
• Experience with payroll software and systems;
• Strong Excel skills; ability to work with large data sets and reports;
• Fluency in English (spoken and written); other languages are a plus.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent
- solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around;
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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