Director, Equity Accounting

StubHub is seeking a Director of Equity Accounting to lead the end-to-end accounting, valuation, and forecasting of our global equity incentive plans. This is a high-impact role where you will act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, ensuring our complex equity structures are technically sound and compliant.

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office/2 days remote) – New York, NY

What You'll Do:

• Provide subject matter expertise on accounting guidance, interpretation and application of accounting standards under company policy and GAAP relating to stock-based compensation and other equity matters.
• Responsible for equity related technical accounting research and implementation, including reviewing proposed accounting standards and determining the potential impact to the Company.
• Responsible for the end-to-end administration of equity awards from planning and design to award settlement and providing cross-functional support between HR, Legal, Payroll and Treasury on all equity matters
• Review and document complex accounting matters and making recommendations for appropriate treatment.
• Document and research financial, tax and regulatory reporting changes.
• Lead in the preparation of accounting transaction memos detailing significant transactions.
• Assist in the quarterly preparation and review of consolidated financial statements, and related SEC disclosures for public filings including forms: 10K, 10Q, 8Ks, 3s/4s and proxy. Advise on the financial statement review process to ensure all matters are appropriately disclosed.
• Responsible for the preparation and updating of accounting policies and development and maintenance of the Company accounting policy manual
• Interact with independent auditors on accounting technical matters
• Responsible for providing training to accounting department related to accounting policies and new accounting standards
• Fulfill ad-hoc requests from management and within the accounting department and other areas as needed.
• This person will work with key stakeholders to ensure accounting and financial reporting process risks have been identified, assessed and documented in accordance with SOX requirements.

What You’ve Done:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA required
• SEC Reporting experience
• 7+ years of related experience with minimum of 5 years of public accounting preferable
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and research skills
• Big 4 experience
• Hands on knowledge and experience accounting financial reporting with respect to a technology company, including revenue recognition, software development (internal use software), impairment considerations
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including extensive experience writing and reviewing technical accounting memos
• Ability to clearly articulate accounting matters to senior executives
• Provide strategic direction and sound business judgment that result in the achievement of finance and companywide objectives
• Proficient with MS desktop applications
• Equity platform experience

Nice to Have:

• Public accounting background
• Certified Equity Professional
• M&A experience with equity treatment
• Workiva and NetSuite experience

What We Offer:

• Accelerated Growth Environment: Immerse yourself in an environment designed for swift skill and knowledge enhancement, where you have the autonomy to lead experiments and tests on a massive scale.
• Top Tier Compensation Package: Enjoy a rewarding compensation package that includes enticing stock incentives, aligning with our commitment to recognizing and valuing your contributions.
• Flexible Time Off: Embrace a healthy work-life balance with unlimited Flex Time Off, providing you the flexibility to manage your schedule and recharge as needed.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, featuring 401k, and premium Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance options.