Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

About the Company

Atlantic Group, founded in 2006, is an industry leader in executive and professional search & staffing. Headquartered in New York City with offices in Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, London, Stamford CT, Holmdel NJ and Blue Bell PA, we can penetrate networks and execute searches regionally, nationally and globally. Vertical specialization includes Finance & Accounting, Capital Markets, Healthcare, Real Estate & Construction, Information Technology, Administrative & Corporate Services, Short & Long Term Staffing Services as well as Outsourced Payroll Services.

Our goal has always been to provide thoughtful, targeted recruitment research, apply strong business ethics and combine it all with unmatched industry expertise. Our success is a result of these efforts and reflects how we differentiate ourselves from the rest of the industry. All professionals that seek our services, clients or candidates, deserve nothing less than our very best efforts, attention and care. The best the industry has to offer.

For more information about the search capabilities of each division, please visit our website www.atlanticrecruiters.com.

About the job

The Payroll and Equity Manager is responsible for overseeing payroll processing, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and managing employee equity programs. This role works closely with HR, finance, and external vendors to ensure accurate and timely compensation while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Management:

Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, including full-time, part-time, and contract workers.

Ensure payroll compliance with all federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.

Work with HR and finance teams to ensure accurate employee compensation, benefits deductions, and tax withholdings.

Manage relationships with payroll vendors and resolve any payroll-related issues.

Conduct audits and reconciliation of payroll records.

Ensure timely filing and reporting of payroll taxes.

Equity Administration:

Oversee the administration of employee stock options, RSUs (Restricted Stock Units), ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plans), and other equity compensation programs.

Manage equity grant issuance, tracking, and compliance.

Work with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with SEC regulations and financial reporting requirements.

Maintain accurate records of stock transactions, employee vesting schedules, and taxation of equity awards.

Educate employees on equity compensation, taxation, and vesting schedules.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, Business Administration, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in payroll processing and equity administration.

Strong knowledge of payroll software.

Experience with equity management platforms

Understanding of tax laws related to payroll and equity compensation.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with employees and stakeholders.

High attention to detail and ability to manage confidential data.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification.

Skills and experiences

• Analytical skills
• Attention to Details
• Human Resources
• ADP Payroll
• Certified Payroll Reports
• Payroll Administration
• Payroll Management
• Payroll Processing

Experience Level: Senior