Manager, Equity Compensation

About the role

Axon is seeking a Manager of Equity Compensation to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Senior Director – Head of Financial Reporting & Equity, this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule with in-office Tuesdays through Fridays and remote flexibility on Mondays.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end administration of equity plans, including reviewing grants, exercises, releases, and cancellations, and monitoring share utilization.
• Partner with stakeholders to evolve the eXponential Stock Plan, a high-risk, high-reward plan designed to incentivize performance.
• Implement best practices with automated controls to streamline equity data processing.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Accounting, and People Operations on stock compensation reporting for employee income purposes, both domestically and internationally.
• Coordinate with officers and employees to set up and maintain 10b5-1 trading plans and transactions as needed.
• Prepare Forms 3 and 4 to report Section 16 officer and director transactions in SEC filings.
• Provide information for financial statement footnote disclosures and reconcile equity-related balance sheet accounts.
• Perform other duties and ad hoc projects as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in equity administration, preferably in a public company setting.
• Proficiency in Excel and interest in automation and AI initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of various types of equity awards and programs.
• Understanding of accounting standards related to equity compensation.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a high initiative, flexibility, and team-oriented approach to work.
• Acute attention to detail and well-developed organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to high ethical and integrity standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of equity incentive plans (stock options, RSUs, and PSUs).
• Experience with international considerations and tax implications.
• Strong collaboration skills with Accounting, Finance, Payroll, People Operations, Tax, and Legal teams.
• Knowledge of accounting standards related to equity compensation.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a high initiative, flexibility, and team-oriented approach to work.
• Acute attention to detail and well-developed organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to high ethical and integrity standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Stock Administration
• Equity Incentive Plans
• International Considerations
• Tax Implications
• Accounting Standards
• Excel Proficiency
• Automation and AI Initiatives
• Equity Awards and Programs
• Financial Statement Disclosures
• SEC Filings
• 10b5-1 Trading Plans
• Section 16 Officer and Director Transactions
• Form 3 and 4 Preparation
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation
• Quarterly Equity Rollforward

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and 401(k) with Employer Match
• Discretionary Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness Support
• Learning & Development Programs
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Snacks in the Office

Pay

$121,320 USD - $194,112 USD

Schedule

This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule with in-office Tuesdays through Fridays and remote flexibility on Mondays.