Manager Payroll
Acadia Pharmaceuticals
- San Diego, CA
- $106,000-132,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Do you want to continue?You are about to leave the corporate site of Acadia Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and will be redirected to an affiliate market site.Search for:AboutAcadia is trailblazing breakthroughs in neuroscience to elevate life. For more than 25 years, we have been working at the forefront of healthcare to bring vital solutions to people who need them most.Our MedicinesLearn more about our FDA-approved treatments.PipelineWe are driven to develop innovative and novel medicines to help address unmet medical needs and to elevate life through science.Therapeutic AreasAt Acadia, we see promise in therapeutic areas where the unmet need remains high.BackBackBackBackBackBackBack› › › Job DetailApril 15th, 2024 FinanceManager PayrollSan Diego, California, United StatesPlease note that this position is based in San Diego, CA. Acadia's hybrid model requires this role to work in our office three days per week on average.Responsible for semi-monthly payroll processing for a growing, multi-state, global organization including new hires, terminations, bonuses, leaves of absence (LOA), relocations, direct deposits, wage garnishments, vacation/sick accruals, tax changes, healthcare premium deductions, flexible spending account deductions, ESPP deductions, and 401(k) deductions. Manages third party payroll related vendors, ensures compliance in all areas of payroll and works directly with employees to resolve outstanding payroll inquires.Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepares and coordinates all facets of semi-monthly payroll processing in multiple states, Canada and the EU with oversight from the Sr. Manager, Payroll.
- Interprets company pay policies, e.g., vacation, LOA, disability, workers comp, government regulations, withholding exemptions and ensures appropriate deductions are calculated and applied in a multi-state payroll environment.
- Acts as first point-of-contact for employees with payroll-related concerns and/or questions.
- Proactively identifies and resolves payroll discrepancies and determines most appropriate method of communication to employees.
- Critically reviews and analyzes current payroll policies, including payroll tax implications, to recommend and implement changes leading to best-practice operations.
- Ensures that payroll operations are conducted in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley internal controls.
- Maintains a high level of confidentiality at all times related to compensation information.
- Manages 3rd party payroll-related vendor relationships, including payroll software, 401k, and relocation firm.
- Prepares and maintains payroll records and reports, including standard and ad hoc reports to ensure data integrity, accuracy and timeliness as required by Finance, HR, and Equity Stock Administration.
- Reviews and reconciles quarterly and annual, federal and state, payroll tax returns.
- Reviews and distributes annual W-2s.
- Prepares returns for multiple states.
- Prepares semi-monthly 401(k) transmittals for employee deferrals and company match.
- Provides documentation for payroll, 401k, and benefit audits; prepares annual 401k 5500 non-discrimination testing.
- Assists in implementing, writing, and maintaining standard operating procedures for Payroll.
- Maintains payroll files and records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Strong understanding of Federal and multi-state wage and hour regulations and payroll tax filing procedures.
- Payroll subject matter expertise to advise the company, including knowledge of best practices regarding reimbursement of relocation expenses, taxable fringe benefits and auto allowances.
- Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance experience.
- Global payroll experience including Canada and the EU.
- Experience managing equity from a payroll perspective
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Experience working with Workday and ADP.
- Highly detail oriented, self-disciplined, and ability to work independently with limited direction to resolve discrepancies and issues.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills to ensure understanding of specific payroll matters.
- Effective interpersonal skills to resolve confidential and often sensitive issues related to compensation with employees.
- Strong and positive work ethic for a growing team environment.
- Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
- 15+ vacation days
- 14 paid holidays plus one floating holiday of your choice, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
- 10 days of paid sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition assistance