Senior Manager, Equity Programs

Summary

Join Reddit as a Senior Stock Plan Manager and optimize our global employee equity programs. This leadership role requires expertise in equity administration, compliance, and strategic planning. You will oversee the end-to-end administration of stock plans, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with global regulations. Partnering with cross-functional teams, you'll contribute to SEC filings and implement equity solutions. This high-visibility role demands strong people management skills and a commitment to fostering employee understanding of equity programs. You will lead a team, develop talent, and stay ahead of industry trends. Reddit offers a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation required
• 7+ years of progressive experience in equity administration, including at least 3 years in a public company environment preferred
• Strong expertise in Equity Edge Online and stock-based compensation accounting
• Comprehensive understanding of equity instruments, applicable tax regulations, and public company disclosure requirements
• Proven experience managing employee stock purchase plans and navigating global equity complexities
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to streamline processes and scale operations in a dynamic environment
• Proven leadership and people management experience, with a focus on team development

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end administration, including stock grants, vesting, exercises, and transactions, ensuring data accuracy and compliance
• Detailed reviewer of the capitalization table and ensure accurate financial reporting, including tax filings and public disclosures
• Contribute to managing SEC filings and disclosure requirements, including Form 3, 4, and 5, Annual Proxy Statement, in partnership with legal and finance teams
• Ensure compliance with international tax and regulatory requirements, collaborating with legal and external advisors to mitigate risk
• Implement equity solutions and lead efforts to enhance and automate processes, leveraging Equity Edge Online to scale effectively
• Partner with leadership and cross-functional partners on the design, implementation, and evolution of global equity programs, including ESPP
• Oversee the month-end close process for stock-based compensation, including journal entries, data reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Maintain and update procedure documentation, ensuring robust internal controls and audit-readiness
• Collaborate with external service providers, auditors, and internal teams to support audits, filings, and regulatory submissions
• Oversee the equity communication strategy for employees and stakeholders, including executive leadership
• Foster employee understanding and engagement with equity programs through clear, concise, and tailored messaging
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing equity administration team
• Develop talent, foster collaboration, and maintain a culture of operational excellence and employee success
• Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices, ensuring that the company’s equity programs remain competitive and compliant

Benefits

• Equity in the form of restricted stock units
• Commission
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) program with employer match
• Generous time off for vacation
• Parental leave