Equity Accountant, Stock Administration Job at Coursera

Sr. Manager, Equity Administration

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Manager, Equity Administration, to oversee...

Location

United States

Salary:

138732.68 - 184976.91 USD / Year

Sunrun

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, legal, or a related discipline, or an active Certified Equity Professional (CEP) certification is highly preferred
10+ years of relevant experience managing an equity administration team
Demonstrated experience with administering complex executive awards (e.g., PSUs, performance-vesting options) and handling executive transactions
Proven experience with company equity ownership and the full cycle of equity transactions in a publicly traded company environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a proven ability to effectively explain complex and sensitive executive compensation issues to various audiences, including senior leadership
Meticulous attention to detail, a passionate approach to diving into the “fine print,” and an interest in continuous learning and acquiring new skills
Strong proficiency with Google Suite, Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs), and document management/e-signature tools
You are an easy-going, unpretentious team player with a strong sense of urgency and ownership

Job Responsibility

Manage and ensure execution of all aspects of the employee long-term incentive plans (Stock Options, RSUs, PSUs, ESPP), including the complete cycle of grant, vest/lapse, and tax withholding processes
Administer equity compliance with plan documents, award agreements, and regulatory requirements (e.g., Section 16 filings)
Manage the equity platform (Currently utilizing Charles Schwab) and work with the team to ensure that all equity transactions and data are complete, accurate, and properly reconciled
Provide exceptional customer service and issue-resolution support to employees and executives regarding their equity inquiries
Collaborate on the development and delivery of employee and executive-level educational materials and resources
Develop and implement continuous process improvements, including automation projects, for all equity administration and related executive compensation processes
Serve as the subject matter expert within our equity systems, ensuring optimal configuration and utilization
Support HR colleagues and external auditors in all employee and executive equity matters, including data requests and complex reporting
Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel on quarterly and year-end activities, regulatory filings, internal controls (SOX), and documented procedures

What we offer

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401k Plan + Company Match
Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacations/Holidays
Paid Baby Bonding Leave
Employee Discounts
PowerU - 100% Funded Education Programs
Employee Donation Matching

Fulltime

Stock Compensation Accountant

As a Stock Compensation Accountant, you will assist in the day-to-day administra...

Location

United States

Salary:

86402.00 - 109250.00 USD / Year

Coursera

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4+ years of experience in stock plan administration, including experience working at a public company
Experience with Fidelity PSW (Equity System) and direct experience processing equity transactions
Experience with ESPP
Advanced skills in Excel

Job Responsibility

Assist in transaction processing (option exercises, RSU releases, ESPP purchases and grants) using the Fidelity PSW system
Assist with aspects of our global equity programs and coordinate with Finance, HR, Tax and Payroll teams, providing accurate and timely information regarding equity transactions
Provide information for financial statement footnote disclosures, reconcile common stock, additional paid in capital, and related employee taxes
prepare monthly and quarterly equity roll forward
Prepare Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4 and 5) with the SEC
Provide regular communication to employees regarding equity programs, resolving questions, issues or concerns to support employee understanding of equity awards and company programs and policies
Ensure SOX compliance and controls on all aspects of the equity plan including documentation, testing and audit support
Work with transfer agent for timely DWAC and reconciliation of shares

What we offer

competitive, zone-based pay
comprehensive health and wellness benefits
bonus and RSU equity programs
global perks

Fulltime

Equity & Payroll Administration Manager

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

Not provided

Wealthfront

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience administering grants, vests, and exercises within Shareworks, Carta, or a similar equity platform
Comfortable performing calculations and reporting for stock-based compensation expense under ASC 718 without significant oversight
Led processing multi-state payroll for 200+ employees using a major platform like ADP, Namely, or Workday
Holds an active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CEP (Certified Equity Professional) designation

Fulltime

Senior Specialist, Equity & Payroll Administration

Wealthfront is seeking a Senior Specialist, Equity & Payroll Administration to j...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

120000.00 - 141700.00 USD / Year

Wealthfront

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4-6 years of relevant experience in equity administration, payroll or related accounting/finance roles
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA preferred
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and compliance requirements
Hands-on experience with payroll systems and equity administration platforms (e.g., Shareworks/Carta/Namely/ADP preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, NetSuite, Bill.com, and Expensify (or similar systems)
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to communicate clearly at all levels of the organization
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
High ethical standards and commitment to data accuracy and confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Administer equity compensation programs including stock options, RSUs, ESPP, and 10b5-1 plans
Process equity transactions such as grants, exercises, vesting, cancellations, expirations, and payroll-related equity events
Maintain accurate and complete equity records in equity administration systems
Support compliance with SEC reporting and internal controls related to equity activity
Communicate clearly with employees regarding equity plan mechanics and transactions
Perform regular reconciliations between equity systems, payroll, and general ledger
Coordinate with external equity administrators, auditors, and compensation consultants
Assist with the calculation and reporting of stock-based compensation expense and disclosures under ASC 718
Responsible for timely and accurate processing of the semi-monthly payroll and uploads to the payroll system
Responsible for maintaining payroll reports, personnel records and processing deductions such as levies and garnishments, preparing accounting transactions and auditable support, and preparing special reports for senior management

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
401K plan
generous time off
parental leave
wellness reimbursements
professional development
employee investing discount

Fulltime

New

Compensation Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Compensation Analyst to join a long-term contr...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience processing U.S. payroll, including complex supplemental payments such as bonuses, commissions, equity payouts, and reimbursements
Advanced hands-on knowledge of Workday Payroll, including reporting, data loading tools, tax setup, and issue resolution
Strong understanding of U.S. federal and multi-state payroll tax rules, including wage and tax reporting for stock-based compensation
High proficiency in Excel, with the ability to work across large reconciliations, lookup functions, and pivot-based analysis
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail when handling sensitive payroll data under tight deadlines
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or comparable relevant experience

Job Responsibility

Manage and reconcile special payroll transactions in Workday, including equity-related payments, incentive compensation, cash settlements, and expense adjustments, while confirming correct withholding treatment for each item
Partner with stock administration leadership to review employee-level settlement details, verify tax outcomes, and assess supporting allocation data provided by external partners
Perform payroll tax calculations for supplemental earnings, ensuring proper application of federal, state, Social Security, Medicare, and year-end wage reporting requirements
Create and analyze custom Workday reports and data files to support payment modeling, employee data validation, and payroll balancing activities
Identify inconsistencies in employee tax profiles, work locations, or withholding results, and escalate issues promptly to support accurate payroll processing
Administer retirement contribution processing and review time tracking records for eligible non-exempt employees during high-volume payroll periods
Respond to employee questions related to payment amounts, withholding calculations, and payroll statements with clear and timely guidance
Assist with U.S.-focused payroll activities tied to a major corporate event and contribute to international payment support when needed

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Sr. Accountant

Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a strong Sr. Accountant to pr...

Location

United States , Culver City

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of accounting experience with a strong background in reconciliations, reporting, and audit support
Prior exposure to stock administration, equity-related accounting, or similar compensation processes
Experience using Shareworks, Workday, or comparable financial and HR systems
Demonstrated ability to perform detailed manual reconciliations across systems that do not fully integrate
Strong attention to detail and a consistent track record of producing accurate work under deadline pressure
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across payroll and other internal teams, including international partners
Flexibility to support heavier workloads during critical month-end and quarter-end periods

Job Responsibility

Manage day-to-day equity administration activities, with increased support during month-end close and quarterly reporting cycles
Retrieve stock-related data from Shareworks and prepare it for upload or use within Workday and related reporting processes
Review records across platforms, identify inconsistencies, and complete detailed reconciliations to maintain data integrity
Partner with payroll teams to validate stock compensation information and ensure alignment between payroll and equity records
Answer related email inquiries, ensure timely responses, and resolve discrepancies
Prepare clear grant summary materials for executive review and approval during quarterly grant periods
Perform manual audits between stock administration and payroll systems to confirm completeness and accuracy
Support the creation and distribution of month-end and quarter-end reports tied to equity activity and related accounting data
Help manage time-sensitive workflows across multiple systems while meeting strict reporting deadlines during peak periods

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible)
paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
paid holidays
Choice Time Off (CTO)

Principal Compensation Analyst

The Principal Compensation Analyst is a senior individual contributor and the or...

Location

United States , Denver

Salary:

145000.00 - 182000.00 USD / Year

InnovAge

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, Mathematics, Data Analytics, or a related field
equivalent experience may be considered
8–10+ years of progressive compensation experience, including meaningful experience in executive and broad-based compensation, incentive / long-term incentive plan design, equity compensation partnership, market pricing, and compensation analytics
8–10+ years of progressive experience with public-company compensation processes, including proxy / CD&A support, NEO compensation, and Compensation Committee materials
8–10+ years of progressive experience partnering on equity / stock plan administration with Legal, Finance, Payroll, HRIS, and external vendors (e.g., enterprise stock-plan platforms)
Demonstrated experience leading or supporting annual compensation cycles (merit, bonus, and equity)
Experience preparing executive-ready analysis and presentation materials and supporting senior stakeholders
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills, including multi-sheet, scenario-based models

Job Responsibility

Partners with our external compensation consultant to conduct executive and NEO compensation analysis, including base, annual incentive, and long-term incentive benchmarking against an approved peer group
Maintain executive peer groups and market data sets
analyze competitive positioning and pay-for-performance alignment
Build executive-ready scenario models (e.g., pay mix, target-setting, vesting, and realizable pay) to inform recommendations
Support the design and governance of executive compensation frameworks, guidelines, and documentation that are consistent, defensible, and audit-ready
Prepare and quality-check analyses, exhibits, and presentation materials that support Compensation Committee meetings and executive decision-making
Support the annual proxy / CD&A process, including data preparation and review of compensation tables, pay-versus-performance, and related disclosures, in partnership with Legal, Finance, and external advisors
Help maintain the executive compensation calendar, tracking key decisions, approvals, and filing milestones to ensure governance continuity
Partner with external compensation consultants to validate methodology, benchmarking, and recommendations
Partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, and external stock-plan vendors on stock plan administration including equity grants, reporting, controls, reconciliation, and employee and executive equity matters

What we offer

medical/dental/vision insurance
short and long-term disability
life insurance and AD&D
supplemental life insurance
flexible spending accounts
401(k) savings
paid time off
company-paid holidays
401(k) plan with company match

Fulltime

Vp, Senior Payroll Manager

We are assisting a publicly traded company with their search for a VP, Senior Pa...

Location

United States , Glendale

Salary:

150000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

Solomon Page

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
10+ years of payroll experience, including team leadership and operational oversight
Strong expertise in U.S. payroll tax laws, compliance requirements, and multi-state payroll administration
Experience administering equity compensation programs and stock-related transactions a plus
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving capabilities with exceptional attention to detail

Job Responsibility

Oversee end-to-end payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions and pay groups
Ensure timely and accurate payroll execution while adhering to applicable federal, state, and local requirements
Coordinate payroll reviews, account reconciliations, and year-end reporting activities, including tax-related filings and documentation
Develop, implement, and maintain effective payroll controls, compliance procedures, and audit readiness practices
Manage employee equity compensation programs, including stock-based awards and employee purchase plans, while maintaining accurate records
Handle equity-related activities such as award issuance, vesting events, exercises, settlements, and adjustments
Ensure appropriate tax treatment, reporting, and compliance for equity compensation transactions
Assist with financial reporting and reconciliation of stock-based compensation activity and related expenses
Stay informed of legislative and regulatory developments affecting payroll and equity administration and recommend necessary updates

Fulltime

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