Financial Reporting & Equity Administration Staff Accountant

Financial Reporting & Equity Administration Staff Accountant

IonQ | IonQ | Posted Feb 16

Full-time
• College Park
• Unknown

IonQ is developing the world’s most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped‑ion technology.

We are looking for a Financial Reporting & Equity Administration Staff Accountant to join our cross‑functional team and support our growth.

• Prepare schedules to support financial statement disclosures and ensure the accuracy of the Company’s financial statements, including performing key analytical reviews and coordinating with various teams and subsidiaries across the Company.
• Prepare required schedules to support quarterly reviews and the annual audit with the Company’s external auditors.
• Compile data to support the quarterly equity roll‑forward and earnings per share calculations.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams, including Legal and Payroll, to assist with inputting, processing, and reconciling equity data within the equity platform.
• Process bi‑weekly equity grants by collecting and transforming employee data for processing in the equity platform and guide employees through the process.
• Coordinate with People and Payroll Teams from acquired companies to obtain and interpret employee data for the processing of quarterly equity releases.
• Aid in the year‑end tax reporting process by collecting, preparing, and reconciling compensation and tax data.
• Design processes to make procedures more efficient and accurate, including identifying opportunities for automation and developing processes to support Company growth.
• Assist in answering employee questions regarding equity administration and processes.
• Perform procedures to assist with the implementation of new systems and technology.

• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance.
• 1‑3 years of professional experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational and presentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadline requirements and multi‑task projects.
• High competency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated with the ability to meet project deadlines and deliverables in a fast‑paced environment.

• SEC reporting experience preferred.
• Experience with a Big Four accounting firm or other national accounting firm is preferred.
• Strong desire and ability to develop new skills quickly in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment to continuously improve processes.
• Willingness to take on challenges and think constructively to solve problems.
• Experience working with Dayforce, Papaya, and/or E
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• Experience working with confidential compensation data.
• Knowledge of equity compensation data requirements and cycles.

This role is based at our College Park, MD office, with the option to work a few days a week remotely.

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The approximate base salary range for this position is $73,439 – $95,767. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.

Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Beyond base salary, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component and a range of benefit options found on our career site at

Our US benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance.

At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.

We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual…