Payroll Manager

Role: Lead payroll operations for a late-stage biopharma company, focusing on accurate, compliant US payroll processing, including equity and bonus management. Responsibilities: oversee full-cycle payroll using ADP Workforce Now; support equity compensation processing (RSUs, ISOs, ESPP); supervise payroll team; manage quarter/year-end tax reporting and compliance; collaborate with HR, Benefits, Tax, and Accounting teams; ensure SOX compliance, conduct audits, and implement process improvements. Requirements: Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, or related; 10+ years payroll experience with 3+ years in leadership; public company expertise with SOX, audit, compliance; hands-on ADP Workforce Now skills; strong project management, confidentiality, and team development capabilities. Preferred: biotech or pharma industry experience; international payroll familiarity. HighValue: public biopharma environment, focus on compliance and equity reporting, experience with fast-paced growth, Redwood City location with travel as needed.