[Hiring] Senior Payroll and Accounting Specialist @Spyre Therapeutics

Role Description

Spyre Therapeutics, Inc., is actively recruiting an experienced Senior Payroll and Accounting Specialist to join our accounting team. The Payroll and Accounting Specialist will be a key member of the accounting department, responsible for the integrity of the Company’s compensation cycles and equity administration. Responsibilities include:

• Full-cycle general ledger accounting
• End-to-end payroll administration
• Equity platform management
• Ensuring strict adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements

This position will support our increased operational needs as our company grows, playing a vital role in reconciling stock-based compensation, managing payroll tax compliance, and other accounting tasks as needed. Attention to detail and the ability to maintain precise account balances and general ledger accuracy are all essential skills for this position. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and independently and excel when faced with the unique challenges of a scaling organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of payroll and accounting experience
• Experience managing payroll and tax withholdings across multiple states; experience with international locations is a plus
• Proficiency in payroll/HRIS and equity management platforms (i.e. Rippling, Fidelity, E*TRADE)
• Solid understanding of the lifecycle of various equity vehicles, including RSUs, NSOs, ISOs, and ESPPs
• A proven track record of handling highly sensitive executive compensation and employee financial data with total discretion
• Excellent organizational, analytical, prioritization and problem-solving skills in an environment of high volume of projects; detail-oriented
• Possesses a professional demeanor, discretion and judgment
• Ability to work effectively and establish and promote positive relationships
• Self-starter who possesses initiative and ability to work alone while capable of driving business results without significant supervision
• Must have schedule flexibility to meet the demands of monthly and quarterly close
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with all employee levels and external contacts

Requirements

• Manage the full-cycle payroll process, including data entry, tax withholdings, and benefits deductions
• Ensure all payroll activities align with federal, state, and local tax regulations
• Perform regular audits of payroll data and reconcile payroll bank accounts
• Coordinate with HR to ensure accurate deductions for health insurance, retirement plans (401k), and other voluntary benefits
• Act as the primary point of contact for staff regarding pay-related inquiries
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows and improve efficiency
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries for payroll accruals, benefits, taxes, and other standard corporate expenses
• Maintain T&E system including syncing to the Company’s ERP
• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements
• Maintain and document internal controls (such as SOX compliance procedures)
• Facilitate the issuance of new equity awards (RSUs, Stock Options, or ESPP)
• Monitor vesting schedules and process stock option exercises
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Market competitive compensation and benefits package
• Unlimited PTO
• Two, one-week company-wide shutdowns each year
• Commitment to provide professional development opportunities
• Remote working environment with frequent in-person meetings
• The expected salary range offer for this role is $110,000 to $130,000