Associate Director, Payroll

About IGM Biosciences, Inc.   IGM Biosciences (Nasdaq: IGMS) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company committed to developing and delivering a new class of medicines to treat patients with cancer and autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The Company’s pipeline of clinical and preclinical assets is based on the IgM antibody, which has 10 binding sites, compared to conventional IgG antibodies with only 2 binding sites. We have created unique IgM antibodies with high selectivity, affinity, and avidity that may redefine what is possible for therapeutic antibody medicines. We believe our proprietary IgM antibody technology platform is particularly well suited for developing T cell engagers and receptor cross-linking agonists. The Company also has an exclusive worldwide collaboration agreement with Sanofi to create, develop, manufacture, and commercialize IgM antibody agonists against oncology, immunology, and inflammation targets. For more information, please visit www.igmbio.com.   IgM Antibodies and Autoimmune and Inflammatory Diseases Antibody treatments have revolutionized outcomes for patients with autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.  We are committed to exploring how our IgM antibody platform's unique structure and binding properties can improve outcomes for patients with these serious conditions.   IgM Antibodies and Oncology The potential of our IgM antibodies drives our focus on oncology. Leveraging the power of avidity and the strong and durable binding of our IgM antibodies, we are developing new treatment options for cancer patients. Our initial efforts in this field are centered around the broad application of IgM antibodies to activate receptors, triggering the programmed death of cancer cells.

Summary IGM Biosciences seeks a highly motivated and experienced Associate Director Payroll to lead all aspects of IGM's Payroll while enhancing current processes and developing new and scalable ones. You will oversee the work of the company’s external payroll vendors and collaborate with internal partners, including HR, Accounting, FP&A, and Legal. 

This is an onsite role in Mountain View, CA,

Responsibilities:

• Own and manage full-cycle semi-monthly, bi-weekly, and other ad-hoc payrolls, including validating all payroll activity using ADP Workforce Now within the payroll system, preparing payroll summaries for each payroll, and ensuring that payrolls are processed promptly and accurately.
• Analyze and audit data for each payroll using ADP Workforce Now and document evidence of review.
• Build solid and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders (including HR, Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and external service providers).
• Manage payroll inbox and respond to employee questions promptly.
• Assist with resolving payroll-related tax compliance matters and notices/inquiries as needed.
• Maintain an understanding of federal and state payroll tax laws related to wages, garnishments, benefits, leave of absence, 401(k), ESPP, FSA, and relocation benefits,
• Assist with quarterly and year-end audit requests from external auditors related to areas of responsibility and provide the information requested for other audits (i.e., annual workers' compensation audit).
• Oversee the year-end W-2 process, including detailed review and reconciliation.
• Own SOX compliance for payroll
• Automate, streamline, and re-design payroll processes to develop the most effective daily accounting operations.
• Document procedures and training manuals for payroll.
• Assist with analysis and special projects as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Level commensurate with experience.
• 10+ years of relevant and progressive work experience in a public company is required, including experience managing multi-state payrolls.
• A BA or BS degree in accounting or business administration is required.
• Must be a team player and work in the office at least 3 days per week.
• High growth company and public company experience required.
• ADP Workforce Now and Equity Edge experience is strongly preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and multi-state payroll tax laws is required.
• Ability to build and scale payroll processes is required.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills are required.
• Advanced Excel skills are required.
• Must be detail-oriented, exceptionally organized, and passionate about maintaining accuracy.
• Must have a strong sense of urgency, verbal and written communication skills, and a customer service focus.
• Must be able to think through complex problems, determine proper processes, derive accounting conclusions, and present results to the team.
• Must prioritize and manage projects/tasks in a fast-paced and collaborative environment