Manager, Payroll and Stock Administration

MannKind Corporation•Burlington, MA

About The Position

MannKind Corporation is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming chronic disease care through innovative, patient‑centric solutions, developing and commercializing innovative inhaled therapeutics and drug‑device technologies aimed at addressing serious unmet needs across endocrine, cardiorenal, and orphan lung diseases. The company applies deep expertise in formulation science and inhalation‑device engineering to reduce the treatment burden for conditions such as diabetes, congestive heart failure, pulmonary fibrosis, and pulmonary hypertension. MannKind’s core technologies, including ultrafine dry‑powder formulations and advanced inhalation platforms, enable rapid, convenient delivery of medicines directly to the deep lung. This approach supports both local pulmonary targeting and systemic delivery for various medical indications. Through alternative drug formulations and delivery mechanisms, MannKind aims to bring forward differentiated, patient‑centric therapies that expand treatment options to improve outcomes across chronic and rare diseases. At MannKind, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a close-knit, collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in our mission. We are proud to champion a rich blend of backgrounds, perspectives, and working styles as we work together to improve health outcomes and change lives. The Manager, Payroll and Stock Administration is responsible for the accurate, compliant, and timely execution of U.S. payroll operations and equity (stock) administration. This role ensures operational excellence across payroll processing, regulatory compliance, and equity plan administration, while enhancing employee experience and supporting broader Finance and HR initiatives. This position requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally across HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or related field
6–8+ years of experience in payroll and/or equity administration (level-dependent)
Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations, tax compliance, and reporting
Experience with equity compensation administration (stock options, RSUs)
High attention to detail and strong analytical skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a publicly traded company and familiarity with SOX controls
Experience with payroll and equity systems (e.g., Paycor, ETRADE, Computershare, etc.)
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or CEP (Certified Equity Professional) certification
Biotech / life sciences industry experience

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end payroll processing for U.S. employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
Administer payroll systems and partner with external payroll providers as needed
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
Reconcile payroll-related accounts (e.g., wages, taxes, benefits, deductions) and support audits
Lead payroll-related process improvements, controls, and documentation
Administer employee equity plans (e.g., stock options, RSUs, ESPP if applicable)
Maintain accurate equity records and coordinate with external vendors and transfer agents
Support equity grant lifecycle (grant issuance, vesting, exercises, settlements)
Partner with Legal, Finance, and HR to ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements (e.g., SEC filings, tax reporting)
Respond to employee inquiries related to equity compensation
Prepare and review payroll and equity-related reporting (internal and external)
Ensure SOX compliance and maintain strong internal controls
Support internal/external audits and regulatory filings (e.g., W-2s, 1099s, Form 4s if applicable)
Collaborate with HR, Finance, Accounting, Legal, and IT teams to ensure seamless operations
Provide subject matter expertise on payroll and equity-related topics
Support compensation and benefits programs where payroll/equity integration is