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Western Digital Capital

Sr. Manager, Global Stock Administration

Western Digital Capital, Irvine, California, United States, 92713


Sr. Manager, Global Stock Administration

Full-timeJob Type (exemption status): Exempt positionSalary Range: 115,940.00-164,200.00Business Function: Stock Plan AdministrationWork Location: Irvine OfficeAt Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.As the Sr. Manager, Global Stock Plan Administration, you will serve as a functional expert for internal stakeholders (People Solutions (HR)/Compensation, Financial Reporting, Legal, Payroll, and Tax) on stock-based compensation matters and partner with these teams to identify, analyze and implement solutions in support of the company's equity compensation objectives. It's essential that the candidate possesses excellent communication and collaborative skills.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage the administration of company's stock incentive and employee stock purchase plansManage complete cycle and reconciliations for global equity activity including account creation and updates, grants, award releases, bi-annual ESPP purchases/enrollment, etc.Ensure compliance with required U.S. federal, U.S. state and international reporting and regulations; monitor international regulatory and tax compliance. Prepare timely and accurate reporting and filings on the prescribed due datesPartner with People Solutions (HR) and Compensation, Legal, Financial Reporting, Tax, HRIS, Global Mobility and Payroll to ensure accurate and compliant operations, reporting, processes and integrity of our stock incentive and employee stock purchase plansPrepare and provide 1099-MISC reports for non-employee’s compensation incomeCoordinate with external technology, consulting, transfer agent, and broker vendorsProvide equity award services and support to global plan participants through various means of outreach and educationTrack and update holdings for compliance with the company’s executive and director stock ownership guidelinesUtilize previously acquired experience to become actively involved in day-to-day processes and procedures that meet audit standards in order to develop and maintain a plan for process improvementsManage reporting of stock-based compensation for financial reporting purposes, including timely information to Finance stakeholders; account and outstanding share reconciliations; interact with internal and external auditors in support of monthly and quarterly review and auditsEnsure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley controls and initiativesProvide timely and accurate reporting and review to support Annual Report and Proxy StatementEnsure compliance with Section 16 reporting obligations including preparation and filing of SEC Forms 3, 4 and 5 via EDGARManage China SAFE filing and compliance processManage processes related to and compliance of insider trading program and policiesProvide support for ad-hoc reporting and analytics for stock-based compensationKeep current with regulatory, legal and other developments affecting the treatment of equity compensationProvide on-going direction and trainingMinimum QualificationsStrong knowledge and experience in global stock plan administration including securities, tax, financial reporting and accounting laws and regulations. Payroll knowledge and experience is a plusMinimum of 8 years’ experience in global stock administration with a global, public companyAdvance experience with Equity Edge OnlineProficient with MS Word, MS Excel and their functionsAbility to manage people, processes and systems to maximize effectiveness and potentialAdvanced analytical ability, attention to detail and strong organizational skillsUnderstanding of entire equity process cycle including interdependencies between Stock Administration, Legal, Finance, Payroll, Tax and Human ResourcesCertified Equity Professional (CEP) designationRequires a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceWestern Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us.

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