Manager, Payroll & Equity Administration

Scorpion Therapeutics; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Manager, Payroll & Equity Administration to oversee employee payroll and equity programs within a growing biotech company. You will manage bi-weekly payroll via ADP Workforce Now, ensure regulatory compliance, maintain accurate records, process equity grants, and collaborate with HR, Finance, and external providers to keep processes accurate and timely.

A strong background in payroll systems and ERP platforms is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in payroll administration with ADP experience.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax compliance, and payroll accounting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage bi-weekly payroll via ADP Workforce Now and ensure compliance.
• Process equity grants and support reporting and audits.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external providers to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

Payroll management

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Excel

Business Central

Equity platforms

Job description

Role: Manager, Payroll & Equity Administration, overseeing employee payroll and equity programs within a growing biotech company.

Responsibilities

• manage bi-weekly payroll via ADP Workforce Now, ensure compliance with regulations, maintain accurate employee records, process equity grants and related activities, and support reporting and audits.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and external providers to ensure processes are accurate, timely, and compliant.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or relevant experience; 5+ years in payroll administration, with strong ADP experience; knowledge of payroll regulations, tax compliance, and payroll accounting; proficiency with ERP systems like Business Central, Excel, and equity platforms.

Preferred

• CPP designation, experience in a regulated public company environment, and familiarity with equity administration tools.

High-Value

• Biotech environment, focus on immunology therapies, public company regulatory compliance, and internal controls (SOX).

WorkSetup

• Not specified; likely hybrid or onsite given the operational nature.