Equity Compensation Manager

This position will manage the administration of GPC’s equity programs (long-term incentive plan (LTIP) and the Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPP) globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Primary owner of the the Morgan Stanley At Work /Shareworks stock plan services platform, database and administration of all global equity incentive plans.
• Ensure timely processing of new equity awards, exercises, PRSU and RSU releases, terminations/cancellations, vesting schedules, data integrity, etc.
• Reconcile and support equity grant awards, vesting schedules, new hires, terminations, and cancellation activity to ensure plan compliance, adherence to budgets, and accurate financial reporting
• Oversee monthly ESPP purchases globally
• Answer employee inquiries regarding equity awards and the ESPP
• Responsible for the creation of the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting of the equity plans
• Assist in the development and maintain educational materials and other resources related to equity compensation
• Develop documentation of equity related processes for audits and compliance with internal controls
• Ensures equity plan transactions (including but not limited to grants, exercises, vesting schedules, demographic and employment changes, etc.) are processed correctly and in a timely manner; frequently reconciles and performs auditing procedures relating to equity transactions to ensure accuracy
• Manages communication with current, former and potential employees about equity compensation.  Research issues, ensures timely vendor resolution, recognizes impact of potential issues on other participants.
• Work cross functional across multiple teams and internal/external stakeholders on varying initiatives and programs, including compliance, tax, etc.
• Generate equity reports to support company’s SEC filings including Form 10-Q, 10-K and Proxy statement
• Ensure the team maintains detailed documentation of all stock related processes and procedures and accountable for successful completion of stock team SOX controls.
• Conduct ad hoc research and issue resolution

Requirements

• BA/BS in human resources, business administration, finance, or similar field.
• Shareworks and E*TRADE experience strongly preferred
• Experience with different types of equity awards at a multi-national public company preferred
• Requires a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in compensation including equity programs
• Experience analyzing large data sets and creating meaningful reports to present to senior stakeholders
• Familiarity with Workday, SAP or other HRIS/payroll systems
• Strong consultative skills, presentation skills, financial acumen and internal customer service
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Strong attention to detail; strong organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work in a team environment; ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships
• Strong Excel skills required, along with well-developed analytical skills
• Strong Project management skills coupled with the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications - Outlook, Word and PowerPoint

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.