Payroll and Equity Manager - 21640

Payroll & Equity Manager - Simply Biotech OVERVIEW Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting biotech company?! Then we have got the right team for you! In this role, you are responsible for the duties listed below. Immediate opening for a Payroll & Equity Manager in Aliso Viejo, CA who possess:Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with 3 years of progressive stock administration experienceMust be flexible and adaptable to changeSelf-motivated with the ability to prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines and work independentlyAbility to work professionally with all levels of management.  Email resumes to aencarnacion@simplybiotech.com and call 858.427.3668. FULL DESCRIPTION: The Payroll & Equity Manager (“P&E Manager”) is responsible for managing the Company’s weekly (hourly) and semi-monthly (salaried) payroll and related processes and ensuring annual tax related forms (W-2s) are accurately and timely. The P&E Manager oversees the management of the stock plan in Equity Edge Online (EEO), including stock option grants, restricted stock units, employee stock purchases (ESPP), processing terminations, ensuring blackout periods and restricted sellers are properly maintained, and ensuring annual tax forms are completed (1099- NEC, 3921 & 3922). The P&E Manager will ensure that payroll / tax records properly reflect equity grants, exercise, and tax withholdings. The selected candidate will be responsible for:Review/process accurate and timely weekly and semi-monthly payroll using Paylocity payroll systemEnsure the staff properly enter relevant payroll information in Paylocity (benefit deductions, wage garnishments, compensation, merit increases, department transfers, etc.) and complete all payroll related responsibilitiesProvide payroll support by answering employee questions, troubleshoot issues, initiate service tickets and resolve any payroll related inaccuraciesMaintain integrity of data for payroll in Paylocity system to ensure accuracy and timely editing of employee records including adding new hires, processing authorized changes and terminating employeesEnsure compliance with federal and state reporting requirements (monthly, quarterly and year-end reports), including W-2s and 1095-CAssist with all employee transactions for Stock Based Compensation (options and RSUs), Employee ESPP, 401K, HSA, and including coordinating transmissions with third party providersMaintain EEO database and conduct regular audits against Paylocity database for completeness (new hires, terminations, account changes, etc.)Monitor EEO for stock options transactions and process transactions in payroll to meet statutory reporting and withholding obligationsManage the preparation of the year-end E-Trade requirements and tax statements.Educate/assist employees with equity related questions and requestsReconcile records between E-Trade, transfer agent and general ledger on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.Manage all equity compensation payroll processingMaintain EEO database, and conduct regular audits against Paylocity database for completeness (new hires, terminations, account changes etc.)Respond to internal and external audit requests promptlySupport annual 5500 filing and audit (401K) and workers comp audit (insurance)Generate all payroll reports requested by managementOther duties as assigned The selected candidate will also possess:Experienced and skilled with E*TRADE’s Client Resource Center and Equity Edge Online platform for the management of Participants, Stock Options and Awards, Equity Incentive Plans, Restricted Stock Units, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (including Online Grant Agreements, Exchange Manager, Reports, etc.).Experience with Paylocity payroll platformStrong communication, teamwork and business partnering skills.ERP experience a plusKnowledgeable in setting up states in Paylocity and with government agenciesIntermediate to Advanced MS ExcelPrior experience in multi-states payroll processingStrong understanding of tax withholding and reporting regulationsMust possess excellent written and verbal communication skills along with strong problem-solving skills, good organizational skills, attention to detail as well as excellent interpersonal skillsAbility to prioritize assignments, meet critical deadlines and manage various projectsKnowledge of federal and state laws as well as government regulationsAbility to form positive and constructive relationships with managers and employees.Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee information EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and TRAINING:Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with 3 years of progressive stock administration experienceMust be flexible and adaptable to changeSelf-motivated with the ability to prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines and work independentlyAbility to work professionally with all levels of management.Support our company values (Customer Focused, Respect, Sense of Urgency, Teamwork)Training to be completed per the training plan for this position as maintained in the document control systemThe training requirements on TRN-10007 Insider Trading Policy, TRN-10008 Global Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy and TRN-10009 Code of Business Conducts and Ethics must be diligently completed within 30 days from the hiring date and on an annual basis COMPUTER SKILLS:ERP a plusMS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) Salary Range: $120-140k/yearFor immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to aencarnacion@simplybiotech.com and call 858.427.3668. More information can be found at www.simplybiotech.com Company DescriptionSimply Biotech was founded in 2008 and has been repeatedly recognized as one of San Diego County's fastest growing businesses. In 2025, we were named Business Journal's 'Best Places to Work'. Even as our competitors are scaling back and laying off staff, Simply Biotech is expanding to new markets and hiring additional staff in existing offices.

Salary : $120,000 - $140,000