Manager, Stock Administration

An overview of this role

What you’ll do

• Support day-to-day administration of the company’s equity programs, including processing new equity awards, exercises, cancellations and repurchases.
• Maintain data in Carta online database to ensure accuracy of participant information.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding equity programs and education while providing excellent service to plan participants at all levels.
• Collaborate with PeopleOperations, Legal and Payroll teams on equity related items as needed.
• Prepare reports for internal partners and respond to ad hoc data requests.
• Assist with development and delivery of employee trainings and communications.
• Will assist in the future with preparation and filing of Section 16 reports (Form 3, 4 and 5) and tracking of executive 10b5-1 plans.
• Lead role in setting up and administering ESPP plans, if applicable, including enrollment, contribution changes and semi-annual purchases.
• Responsible for the tracking and reporting of 83-B information and reporting requirements.
• Owns responsibility for ensuring compliance with US and international tax laws regarding equity incentive
• Assist with the preparation of stock-related tables for 10Q/10K/Proxy filings
• Perform monthly reconciliations with HR, Payroll, and external vendors
• Provide reporting for SOX controls
• Ensure global equity reporting and compliance with international tax and regulatory requirements, including year-end equity related tax filing

What you’ll bring

• Considered a specialist in the field within the function.
• Demonstrates an ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways.
• Demonstrates further technical development and a track record of project success.
• 8+ years of relevant equity administration experience on the Equity Edge Online platform.
• Experience with both Option and RSU programs.
• Familiarity with U.S. federal and state taxation relating to equity compensation.
• Familiarity with International tax law relating to equity programs.
• Strong analytical, communication and organization skills.
• Prior responsibility working with Big 4 CPA firms in connection with audits.
• Sensitivity to employee privacy laws such as GDPR and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to interact with employees at all levels.
• Experience with international stock options and equity grants.
• CEP Level III Completion (or in process of obtaining CEP Level III).
• Experience with Google Workspace.
• Ability to use GitLab

How GitLab will support you

• Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being
• All remote, asynchronous work environment
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Equity Compensation Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Growth and development budget
• Parental leave
• Home office support

Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.