Share-Based Payments Manager

Summary

Join Vestd's growing India team as a Share-based Payments Manager! This remote role supports the Analytical Support Team Lead in developing and executing share-based payments for financial reporting. You will take ownership of valuations, build and maintain reporting tools, train team members, and guide process development. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of experience in share-based payments for financial reporting, team leadership experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. Vestd offers a competitive salary, generous ESOPs, a flexible remote work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, a personal training and development budget, and team retreats.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in share-based payments for financial reporting
• Experience leading and managing a team
• Demonstrated ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced, and evolving environments, ideally within startups or high-growth companies
• Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to influence others
• You must be comfortable with working in a fully remote environment
• Proficiency in financial modelling, analysis and valuation methodologies with advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills (macros, scripts, etc
• Familiarity with tools like Slack, HubSpot and data platforms like Capital IQ
• Self-starter mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and a collaborative spirit
• Professional-level communication skills, both written and verbal, in English
• High level of attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines while managing competing priorities
• Sound IT skills

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of preparing and reviewing share-based payment valuations in compliance with accounting standards, including (but not limited to) FRS102, IFRS2, ASC718
• Build, maintain, and refine workbooks, models, and reports for accurate and efficient share-based payment calculations
• Lead the training of team members in the area of share-based payments
• Guide the development of processes and assets used in the financial reporting process to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Continued professional development to stay updated on industry trends and standards, proactively enhancing valuation methodologies and processes
• Collaborate with customers when required to understand their unique needs and provide expert guidance on share-based payments and related issues
• Contribute to a collaborative startup environment, embracing diverse responsibilities and initiatives that support team success
• Drive continuous improvements across the organisation, optimising processes to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SaaS platforms and familiarity with startup operations
• CFA/CA/MBA or equivalent certification, focusing on financial or valuation expertise
• Other analytical experience within a customer led environment
• Analytical expertise in customer-facing or cross-functional environments
• Knowledge of shares and share schemes

Benefits

• This job is fully remote, although attendance is required twice yearly at our in-person get-togethers
• A flexible environment to help you achieve the best work/life balance
• An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), of course! (After the qualifying period)
• Monthly recognition scheme, where we celebrate our folk
• Support with home working equipment
• A personal training and development budget to keep your career and professional growth on track
• Private medical insurance (after the qualifying period)
• Team retreats are held twice a year. They can include an overnight stay and focus on fun and team cohesion
• Great team ethos, connect through regular team and company socials
• 25 days annual leave plus one extra day per year of service (up to five days)