Manager, Payroll and Stock Administration

Position Summary:
The Manager, Payroll and Stock Administration is responsible for the accurate, compliant, and timely execution of U.S. payroll operations and equity (stock) administration. This role ensures operational excellence across payroll processing, regulatory compliance, and equity plan administration, while enhancing employee experience and supporting broader Finance and HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
- Payroll Administration:
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for U.S. employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
- Administer payroll systems and partner with external payroll providers as needed
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
- Reconcile payroll-related accounts (wages, taxes, benefits, deductions) and support audits
- Lead payroll-related process improvements, controls, and documentation
- Stock (Equity) Administration:
- Administer employee equity plans (stock options, RSUs, ESPP if applicable)
- Maintain accurate equity records; coordinate with external vendors and transfer agents
- Support equity grant lifecycle (issuance, vesting, exercises, settlements)
- Partner with Legal, Finance, and HR to ensure compliance (SEC filings, tax reporting)
- Respond to employee inquiries related to equity compensation
- Compliance & Reporting:
- Prepare and review payroll and equity-related reporting (internal/external)
- Ensure SOX compliance and maintain internal controls
- Support internal/external audits and regulatory filings (W-2s, 1099s, Form 4s if applicable)
- Cross-Functional Partnership:
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, Accounting, Legal, and IT
- Provide subject matter expertise on payroll and equity topics
- Support compensation and benefits programs where payroll/equity integration is needed

Education and Experience Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or related field
- 6–8+ years of experience in payroll and/or equity administration (level-dependent)
- Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations, tax compliance, and reporting
- Experience with equity compensation administration (stock options, RSUs)
- High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Preferred:
- Experience in a publicly traded company; familiarity with SOX controls
- Experience with payroll and equity systems (e.g., Paycor, E*TRADE, Computershare)
- CPP or CEP certification
- Biotech / life sciences industry experience

Pay Range:
$116,000 - $174,000 per year