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Global Accounting Network are partnering with an international payments & fintech client looking for an interim share-based compensation specialist. This is a crucial position within the organisation and will play a key role in assisting with valuations, ensuring compliance with share-based compensation rules, and providing expertise from both an HR and accounting perspective.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage various share-based compensation schemes, including JSOPs, EMI, LTIPs, and other equity incentive plans
- Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and best practices in share-based remuneration
- Work closely with internal stakeholders, including HR, Finance, and Legal teams, to align compensation structures with business strategy
- Assist in the valuation of share-based compensation awards, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS 2 - Share-Based Payments)
- Assist with the audit of stock-based compensation as required
- Ensure accurate accounting treatment of share-based payments in financial statements, including disclosures in line with IFRS and sensitivities of key judgements
- Assist in the preparation of required reports and disclosures for financial statements and regulatory filings
- Assist in developing policies and documentation related to equity-based incentives
- Provide guidance on the tax and legal implications of share-based compensation for employees
Ideal Candidate:
- Ideally fully qualified accountant with advisory experience
- Strong experience in designing and implementing share-based compensation schemes, including JSOPs
- Solid understanding of IFRS, particularly IFRS 2
- Proven experience in valuation techniques for share-based payments and financial modelling
- Experience in financial reporting and regulatory disclosures
- Ability to work cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and Legal teams
