Remote Director, Payroll & Equity Administration

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals; Cambridge (MA); Remote; USD 163,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Associate Director of Payroll and Equity to lead US multi-state payroll and equity programs. The role emphasizes SOX-compliant controls, accurate reporting, and collaboration with HR, accounting, and legal in a fast-paced biotech environment.

The successful candidate will own day-to-day ADP payroll processing, equity administration in Shareworks, and support public company reporting, including Form 10-Q/10-K disclosures and related compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 8+ years multi-state payroll experience with enterprise payroll platforms.
• 3+ years equity administration for public companies; familiarity with stock options and RSUs.
• Strong knowledge of federal/state payroll tax regulations and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day U.S. multi-state payroll processing using ADP; manage garnishments, benefits, taxes.
• Ensure accurate employee transactions and timely HR/payroll processing across sites.
• Perform payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and year-end reporting; support SOX controls.
• administer equity programs using Shareworks; liaise with accounting/legal for SEC reporting.

Skills

Payroll administration

Equity administration

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SOX controls

Multi-state payroll

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPP/CEP designation (preferred)

Tools

Shareworks

Computershare

NetSuite

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Job description

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Associate Director of Payroll and Equity to lead US multi-state payroll and equity programs. The role emphasizes SOX-compliant controls, accurate reporting, and collaboration with HR, accounting, and legal in a fast-paced biotech environment.

The successful candidate will own day-to-day ADP payroll processing, equity administration in Shareworks, and support public company reporting, including Form 10-Q/10-K disclosures and related compliance.