Stock Administration, Senior Associate - 15067

About the role

This position will be remote in the United States, with west coast working hours preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer multiple company stock plans, including grant processing, exercises/releases, terminations, and comprehensive reporting.
• Audit and update the employee stock database while facilitating information exchange with external brokers (E*TRADE).
• Collaborate on the design, communication, and continuous improvement of equity plans and related educational programs.
• Assist in administering the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), handling enrollments, contribution changes, semi-annual purchases, and disposition reporting.
• Respond promptly to participant inquiries regarding equity programs, delivering excellent service to employees at all levels.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly and quarterly equity-related reports, supporting accounting and audit functions.
• Partner with Accounting, Tax, Payroll, HR, Legal, transfer agents, auditors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless equity administration.
• Ensure international stock plan compliance, staying current with legislative changes and global best practices.
• Support year-end processes such as payroll audits, tax rate updates, and Section 6039 compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities for SOX compliance and audits.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and contribute to special projects as they arise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in equity administration, with international exposure preferred.
• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) strongly preferred.
• Expertise in managing high-volume stock plans within a public company environment.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel; experience with Equity Edge Online and EEO Workflow is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of SEC regulations, global equity compliance, and global taxation.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.

Skills

• Excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing, able to connect with diverse groups.
• Highly collaborative, positive, and proactive team player.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Resourceful, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement and learning.

Benefits

• The base salary range across the U.S. for this role is between $117,000 - $140,000.
• This role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses.
• Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package.

Pay

The actual compensation offered will be based on various job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education.

Schedule

West coast working hours preferred.