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Associate Director, Payroll and Equity

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals
Location
Cambridge, MA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
530 - Finance
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education, professional certifications, and relevant experience will be considered.
  • 8+ years of multi-state payroll experience, including hands-on administration of ADP Workforce Now or a similar enterprise payroll platform.
  • 3+ years of equity administration experience supporting stock option and RSU programs in a public company environment.
  • Experience supporting high-growth publicly traded companies, including quarterly and annual reporting requirements.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including taxation related to equity compensation.
  • Thorough understanding of payroll internal controls, reconciliations, and audit requirements.
Nice to have
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and/or Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation.
  • Experience with Shareworks, Computershare, and NetSuite.
  • Experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.
What the job really is

The Associate Director, Payroll and Equity at Amylyx will lead and optimize payroll processes and equity programs, ensuring compliance with regulations while providing exceptional service to employees. Responsibilities include managing multi-state payroll using ADP, overseeing equity compensation administration, and collaborating with various departments to support public company reporting requirements. The role demands strong analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Things to weigh
  • Remote work opportunities available, but not hiring from certain states (Alaska, Arizona, Hawaii, Michigan, Tennessee).
  • Travel to corporate location in Cambridge, MA several times a year is expected.
  • No specific benefits or perks mentioned in the posting.
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