Reward & Equity - Senior Manager

ACCA Careers; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Vialto is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Equity & Reward to deliver innovative equity compensation solutions for multinational clients. You will manage the full lifecycle of global share plans, collaborating with HR, Payroll, Finance, and Tax across regions.

Join a truly global team with hub offices in the US, UK, and Australia, supporting 70+ jurisdictions. The role blends technical know-how with strategic oversight and client governance in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in equity compensation, global reward, or related field.
• Experience managing multi-country share plan rollouts and compliance processes.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with equity administration platforms and integrations.
• Professional credential preferred (CEP, CPA/CA, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional teams (HR, Payroll, Finance, Tax) to implement global equity processes across jurisdictions.
• Manage client projects, timelines, deliverables, and quality while building trusted relationships.
• Establish governance frameworks, maintain documentation, and coordinate year-end reporting for equity programs globally.
• Support design and rollout of global equity plans ensuring alignment with market practices and compliance.
• Mentor junior team members, review work for accuracy, and foster an inclusive team culture.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to track participation, compliance, and market trends.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-country rollout

Excel

Data visualization

Education

CEP/CPA/CA

Tools

Equity administration platforms

Job description

Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, Trenton, New Jersey, United States of America, Austin, Texas, United States of America, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States of America, New York, NY, USA, Seattle, WA, USA, San Jose, CA, USA

Company Description

Join the leader in global work. Vialto helps leading organizations identify, develop, and execute their workforce priorities with confidence. Our practice areas include global tax, immigration, rewards, advisory and Vialto private and our team is the gold standard in navigating the complexities of cross-border compliance, and workforce strategies. We look for people our clients and assignees can count on to thoughtfully deliver clear solutions to complex problems.

To be the best in the business, we cultivate a dynamic, highly collaborative culture that fuels the growth of our people. We invite you to inquiry boldly, learn deeply, and grow endlessly with us. You’ll work alongside recognized experts, shaping people-first, technology-driven solutions that drive the future of work. We help our clients achieve their goals and imagine new possibilities. And we can do the same for you. Whatever your aspirations, Vialto can help you find your way.

Job Description

We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Global Equity & Reward to help deliver innovative equity compensation solutions for multinational clients. In this role, you’ll manage projects across the full lifecycle of global share plans—supporting design, implementation, and compliance—while collaborating with senior stakeholders in HR, Finance, Payroll, and Tax.

You’ll work as part of a truly global team operating under a hub model, with core professionals in the US, UK, and Australia, and access to in-country specialists in 70+ jurisdictions. Our structure eliminates silos, enabling seamless cross-border collaboration and knowledge sharing.

This is an opportunity to combine technical understanding with strategic thinking—helping clients align equity programs with business goals while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

How We Work

• Global collaboration: Integrated team across multiple regions, supported by local experts for technical precision.
• One firm, no silos: Our structure fosters cross-border teaming and knowledge sharing.
• Hybrid flexibility: If close to an office location you can expect 1-2 days a week in the office.
• Periodic travel: Client meetings, training sessions, and team workshops.

What You’ll Do

• Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and Tax teams to implement processes for equity administration, reporting, and compliance across jurisdictions.
• Client Delivery & Relationship Management: Act as a key point of contact for client projects—managing timelines, deliverables, and quality standards while building trusted relationships.
• Compliance & Risk Oversight: Help establish governance frameworks, maintain documentation, and coordinate year-end reporting for equity programs globally.
• Equity Program Management: Support the design and rollout of global equity plans, ensuring alignment with market practices, compliance requirements, and client objectives.
• Team Development: Mentor junior team members, review work for accuracy, and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture.
• Insights & Analytics: Support development of dashboards and reporting tools to track participation, compliance, and market trends.

Qualifications

Must Have

• 10+ years in equity compensation, global reward, or related field.
• Tax experience is a must for this role. Previous roles as and/or experience working in tax is beneficial.
• Experience managing multi-country share plan rollouts and compliance processes.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with equity administration platforms and integrations.
• Professional credential preferred (CEP, CPA/CA, or equivalent).

Nice to Have

• Understanding of global tax and payroll implications for equity awards.
• Awareness of accounting standards (IFRS 2/ASC 718) and governance best practices.
• Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.

Additional Information

• This is a full-time position.
• This role is hybrid. Remote opportunities are possible for the right candidate if not close to an office.
• Location: Candidates on the west coast and midwest are preferred, however, we are open to all locations in the U.S.
• Compensation: $124,300- $230,000 USD. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data. Incentives & benefits: Performance bonus and comprehensive benefits package.

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.

Please note, AI is used as part of the application process.