Senior Stock Plan Administrator

Role Summary

Senior Stock Plan Administrator role focused on ensuring the integrity, compliance, and equity of stock-based compensation programs. Collaborates with Legal, HR, Payroll, Accounting, FP&A, and Internal & External Audit to maintain and improve stock plans, supporting employees’ understanding and access to these benefits.

Responsibilities

• Manage Stock Plans with Legal & Compliance Oversight
  • Execute transactions involving stock options, RSU vesting, and ESPP purchases in collaboration with Legal, HR, and Finance.
  • Ensure compliance with SEC, IRS, SOX, and global securities laws and internal governance policies.
  • Monitor and interpret changing regulatory requirements impacting equity compensation.
• Ensure Accurate Equity Record-Keeping & Reporting
  • Oversee database integrity and accurate record-keeping of stock plan data using the stock plan platform.
  • Reconcile equity transaction records between stock administration, HR, and payroll systems to ensure data accuracy.
  • Support financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance related to equity compensation.
• Enhance Accessibility & Equity in Stock Programs
  • Manage expansion of stock-based compensation programs internationally with fair and legally compliant implementation across jurisdictions.
  • Support corporate transactions including M&A with focus on integrating stock plans equitably and transparently.
  • Educate employees on stock benefits, tax implications, and plan participation to promote financial literacy and equitable access.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in stock plan administration with understanding of equity compensation in startup and public company environments
  • OR experience in accounting with equity experience
  • OR paralegal with equity experience
• Experience managing international public company stock options, RSUs, and ESPP programs
• Background in legal, accounting, or compliance fields is a plus
• Experience supporting corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and financial reporting related to stock compensation
• Completed Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation preferred

Skills

• Equity compensation governance and regulatory compliance
• Stock plan administration systems and data reconciliation
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
• Financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance related to equity programs
• Global/ international program implementation

Education

• Relevant degree or professional certification (e.g., CEP) preferred

Additional Requirements

• Hybrid work location with 50% in office; role based in Salt Lake City, UT or New York City, NY