Equity Programs Architect

Direct Supply, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEP designation preferred

Job summary

Direct Supply, Inc. is seeking a Stock Program Manager to own the day‑to‑day administration of equity and stock programs, ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient operations. You will partner with Finance, HR, Legal, and external providers to support governance and reporting.

The role combines process optimization, technology enablement, and cross‑functional collaboration, requiring a highly organized professional with expertise in equity compensation, accounting, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, HR, or related field.
• 8+ years administering equity compensation, stock plans, or related operations.
• Experience supporting stock‑based accounting, reporting, audits, and compliance.
• Cross‑functional partnership with Finance, HR, Legal, Payroll, and providers.
• Proficiency with equity platforms, financial systems, and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Own day‑to‑day administration of equity programs, including grants, vesting, exercises, and recordkeeping.
• Maintain equity data integrity across systems and coordinate with Finance, HR, Legal, and providers.
• Support equity accounting, financial reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Educate and guide Partners on equity programs, processes, and tools.
• Prepare equity program reporting, forecasts, and trends for planning and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance controls via automation and system improvements.
• Partner to modernize stock program operations and improve scalability and accuracy.
• Drive continuous improvement to strengthen compliance and reporting capabilities.

Skills

AI & Tech adoption

Process optimization

Collaboration

Decision making

Equity administration

Stock compensation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business/HR

Tools

Carta

Shareworks

Fidelity

E*TRADE

Morgan Stanley

Excel

Job description

Direct Supply, Inc. is seeking a Stock Program Manager to own the day‑to‑day administration of equity and stock programs, ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient operations. You will partner with Finance, HR, Legal, and external providers to support governance and reporting.

The role combines process optimization, technology enablement, and cross‑functional collaboration, requiring a highly organized professional with expertise in equity compensation, accounting, and data analysis.