Manager, Payroll (Workday)

Role: Manager, Payroll (Workday) at Rocket Pharma, overseeing global payroll operations for a biotech specializing in gene therapies for rare diseases. Responsibilities: manage full-cycle payroll processing for U.S. and international employees, including equity payroll, tax activities, garnishments, and benefits deductions; administer Workday Payroll and Time & Attendance systems; ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations, and SOX controls; lead process improvements to enhance efficiency and audit readiness; coordinate with Finance and external vendors for accurate reporting and funding; support leave administration and benefits management. Requirements: associate’s degree in relevant field or 5+ years payroll experience; hands-on Workday Payroll and Time & Attendance experience highly preferred; 5+ years payroll administration, preferably in a public company; multi-state payroll and equity/RSU processing experience; strong attention to detail and technical proficiency in Excel. Preferred: experience with SOX, audits, compliance frameworks. High-Value: expertise in Workday payroll systems, multi-state and international payroll, equity/RSU processing, regulatory compliance, and payroll audit controls. WorkSetup: hybrid; location not specified; travel not indicated.