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Figma is hiring an Equity Operations Manager to oversee daily equity plan activities, improve processes, and collaborate with various teams to ensure data integrity and compliance.

Responsibilities: Manage equity operations, ensure data integrity, collaborate cross-functionally, address employee inquiries, maintain compliance documentation, and support key initiatives.

Skills: 6+ years in equity administration, advanced Excel and analytical skills, detail-oriented, self-starter, expertise in Shareworks, understanding of equity taxation.

Qualifications: Certifications like CEP, knowledge of ASC 718 and familiarity with HRIS systems are a plus.

Location: Remote in the United States or from offices in San Francisco, CA or New York, NY

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $100,000 - $150,000.

Figma is seeking a talented and experienced Equity Administration professional to join its growing Equity Operations team. This role will report to the Senior Manager of Equity Administration and will be an integral team member in facilitating and scaling Figma's equity incentive programs. This role will be focused on managing daily equity plan activity including option exercises and monthly RSU releases, grants, employee equity experience, and data integrity in Shareworks. You will have the opportunity to scale existing processes through collaboration with Payroll, HRIS, People Ops and Legal teams.

This is a full time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States.

What you’ll do at Figma:

• Own the day-to-day equity operations including RSU releases, option exercises, cancellations, and grant processing in Shareworks
• Own the end-to-end integrity of our equity plan, performing monthly and quarterly reconciliations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Payroll, Legal, People, and Accounting teams on equity-related programs and deliverables
• Address employee inquiries about equity programs and provide education, ensuring exceptional service
• Prepare and maintain equity-related documentation for SOX compliance and audit support
• Lead and support key initiatives, including global expansion of equity operations and M&A integrations
• Generate reports, data analysis and other materials to support company wide initiatives and legal, tax, and accounting compliance

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• 6+ years of experience in equity administration, ideally at both late-stage private and public companies
• Advanced Excel, G-Suite, reconciliation, and analytical skills
• Ability to be detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in managing complex data and transactions
• Ability to be a self-starter with excellent organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Expertise in Shareworks (Morgan Stanley at Work) equity software platform
• Demonstrated understanding of equity taxation for a global workforce

While not required, it’s an added plus if you also have:

• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation
• Understanding of ASC 718 technical equity accounting
• Familiarity with HRIS systems like Workday

At Figma, one of our values is Grow as you go. We believe in hiring smart, curious people who are excited to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.