Eikontherapeutics

Senior Manager, Stock Administration and Payroll

Millbrae, CA · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$145k-$175kDetected 2 days ago

ComplianceAccountingForecastingSAPTaxLeadershipCommunicationSarbanes-OxleyInternal Audit

About the role

This role will oversee all aspects of stock administration and payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, operational excellence, and a strong employee experience as the company continues operating as a public company.
You are a strategic, battle-tested stock administration and payroll leader who thrives in complex, fast-moving environments.
You bring deep expertise in equity programs and payroll operations and understand the importance of precision, controls, compliance, and employee experience - particularly as companies scale toward or operate as public entities.

Partner closely with Finance, HR Operations, Legal, and external vendors to ensure accurate data inputs, reconciliations, reporting, accounting treatment, and compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, SEC regulations, tax laws, and company policies
Stay current on payroll, tax, FASB, and SEC regulatory developments and partner with internal and external stakeholders to assess impact and support complex transactions and compliance requirements
This role requires a strategic, detail-oriented leader who can operate in ambiguity, balance hands-on execution with operational leadership, and build strong controls and infrastructure to support a growing organization.

Strong payroll processing experience with comprehensive knowledge of payroll operations, payroll tax compliance, controls, and audit requirements
Proven ability to navigate complex, ambiguous issues and translate business strategy into scalable operational processes and solutions
Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience, or a post-graduate degree in Finance, HR, or a related discipline with 10+ years of experience in stock administration, payroll, finance, HR operations, compensation, or related functions
Extensive experience administering equity compensation programs in a high-growth public company environment, with strong knowledge of equity vehicles, stock-based compensation accounting, tax implications, and regulatory requirements including SEC and SOX compliance
Experience partnering with senior leadership and managing competing priorities across cross-functional stakeholders to drive business outcomes
Strong communication, analytical, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executives, employees, auditors, vendors, and cross-functional partners
Experience with equity and HR/payroll platforms such as E*TRADE (Equity Edge Online) and SAP SuccessFactors preferred

Experience in biotech, life sciences, or another highly regulated industry preferred

Perform and support stock-based compensation accounting and analyses under ASC 718, including forecasts, modifications, repricing activities, and equity pool tracking, utilization, and forecasting

Perform and support stock-based compensation accounting and analyses under ASC 718, including forecasts, modifications, repricing activities, and equity pool tracking, utilization, and forecasting
Prepare and maintain audit-ready documentation, governance materials, reporting, and controls supporting payroll and equity administration processes
Partner with senior leadership to support compensation and equity strategy execution, including refresh grants, employee programs, and operational scaling initiatives
Oversee relationships with payroll providers, stock administration vendors, transfer agents, and external advisors to ensure strong service delivery, compliance, and data integrity
Continuously improve payroll and equity processes, systems, controls, integrations, and workflows to support scalability, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation
Provide responsive support and guidance to employees and leaders regarding payroll, taxation, and equity-related matters with a strong focus on accuracy, professionalism, and employee experience

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