Sr. Manager, Equity Administration

Gong.io•Chicago, NY

1d•Remote

About The Position

Gong harnesses the power of AI to transform how revenue teams win. The Gong Revenue AI Operating System unifies data, insights, and workflows into a single, trusted system that observes, guides, and acts alongside the world’s most successful revenue teams. Powered by the Gong Revenue Graph, AI-powered intelligence, specialized agents, and trusted applications, Gong helps more than 5,000 companies around the world deeply understand their teams and customers, automate critical sales workflows, and close more deals with less effort. For more information, visit www.gong.io. At Gong, you will join a company built on innovative products, ambitious goals, and passionate people. We are shaping the future of revenue intelligence and we want people who are excited to build what comes next. You will work with a team that dreams big, moves fast, and cares deeply about the craft and about each other. Here, transparency and trust are core to how we operate, and every person has the opportunity to make a visible impact. If you want to grow, stretch, and do work that truly matters, Gong is the place to do the best work of your career. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Manager, Equity Administration to lead Gong’s global equity programs through a critical growth phase, including IPO readiness and execution. This role will own the end-to-end equity administration function, ensuring compliance, scalability, and operational excellence across all employee equity plans. This individual will be a key cross-functional partner to Legal, Finance, HR, Payroll, and external advisors, and will play a pivotal role in designing and executing equity strategies aligned with public company standards.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in equity administration, including leadership responsibilities
Proven experience supporting a company through IPO readiness and/or public company equity administration
Deep knowledge of equity compensation accounting (ASC 718) and SEC reporting requirements
Hands-on experience with equity management platforms (Carta, Shareworks, etc.)
Strong understanding of cap table management, equity plan design, and global equity compliance
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, HR, and Payroll
Excellent project management and process improvement skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage complex, high-volume workflows
Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex equity topics to diverse audiences
CPA, CEP (Certified Equity Professional), or equivalent certification

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-growth, late-stage private companies (pre-IPO)
Preference for experience with Israeli equity awards and related tax/regulatory frameworks (e.g., Section 102)

Responsibilities

Lead the global equity administration function, including stock options, RSUs, and other equity-based compensation programs
Manage and optimize equity administration systems
Drive IPO readiness for equity processes, including: Supporting S-1 preparation and disclosures, Ensuring compliance with public company reporting requirements (ASC 718, SEC disclosures), Establishing scalable processes and internal controls (SOX readiness)
Partner closely with Technical Accounting to ensure accurate accounting treatment and reporting of equity compensation
Collaborate with Legal on equity plan design, board approvals, and regulatory compliance
Work with HR and People teams on equity grant strategies, employee communications, and education programs
Oversee cap table management and maintain accurate records of all equity transactions
Coordinate with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate tax withholding, reporting, and global compliance
Manage external vendors, auditors, and consultants related to equity administration
Support due diligence, audits, and valuation processes (409A and other valuations)
Develop and document policies, procedures, and controls for equity administration
Provide leadership, mentorship, and development for equity administration team members (as applicable)