Sr. Payroll Stock Administrator

Sr. Payroll Stock Administrator

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Stock Administration & Payroll Consultant to support equity administration and payroll operations for a rapidly growing public company with approximately 500 employees across nine global entities. This consultant will serve as the senior subject matter expert for equity administration, partnering closely with payroll and accounting to ensure accurate processing, reporting, and compliance. The ideal candidate is highly hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable reviewing complex equity and payroll transactions while identifying opportunities to improve processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer public company equity programs, including RSUs, Stock Options, and ESPP transactions.
• Review equity-related payroll processing to ensure accurate taxation, withholding, and reporting.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities related to equity compensation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with E
  * TRADE Equity Edge, maintaining participant records, generating reports, and resolving system-related issues.
• Support equity-related tax reporting, including W-2 reporting, Form 3921 filings, and payroll tax compliance.
• Assist with global equity administration by coordinating with international payroll providers and supporting currency conversions for equity transactions.
• Support International payroll activities, including tax reporting, compliance, and payroll-related requirements.
• Review equity transactions for accuracy and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Identify discrepancies, troubleshoot issues, and recommend practical process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Partner with Payroll, Accounting, HR, and external vendors to support day-to-day equity and payroll operations.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience administering public company equity programs, including RSUs, Stock Options, and ESPP.
• Strong understanding of how equity compensation impacts payroll, taxation, and financial reporting.
• Experience reviewing equity-related payroll, payroll tax reporting, and month-end close activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to identify issues proactively and recommend effective solutions.
• Self-directed professional who can work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across Payroll, Accounting, HR, and external service providers.