Director, Equity Accounting

Match Group, Inc.$160K — $190K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 3-5+ years in equity accounting.
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting.
  • Active CPA certification required.
  • Mastery of US GAAP, specifically ASC 718 and ASC 260.
  • Exceptional communication and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end accounting, valuation, and forecasting for global equity incentive plans.
  • Prepare and present analysis on plan availability and financial impacts to senior leadership.
  • Oversee state and international tax compliance for cross-border mobility.
  • Develop sophisticated forecasting models for stock-based compensation expenses.
  • Lead SOX compliance and manage external auditor relationships.
  • Act as the accounting liaison across Finance, HR, and Legal departments.
  • Mentor and develop a Manager-level accounting professional.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, mental health, and wellness benefits.
  • 100% employer match on 401k contributions up to 10% and employee stock purchase program.
  • Generous PTO and 14 holidays for work-life balance.
  • Annual training allowance for professional development opportunities.
  • 20 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and support for fertility and adoption resources.
Full Job Description
Our Accounting team is seeking a Director, Equity Accounting to serve as the definitive leader for the end-to-end accounting, valuation, and forecasting of our global equity incentive plans. This is a high-impact, Dallas-based role where you will act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, ensuring our complex equity structures are technically sound and compliant.

How you'll make an impact:
  • Strategic Financial Ownership: Lead the end-to-end accounting, valuation, and forecasting for all global equity incentive plans. You are the definitive subject matter expert for ASC 718 and ASC 260 and the primary architect of the equity-related financial statement disclosures.
  • Executive Advisory & Board Reporting: Partner closely with the SVP of Financial Reporting, Legal Counsel, and the People Team. You will prepare and present high-level analysis on plan availability, burn rates, and the financial impact of proposed equity structures.
  • Global Mobility & Tax Compliance: Serve as the internal authority on the complexities of a modern workforce. You will oversee the logic for state and international mobility, ensuring that cross-border tax withholding and reporting are technically sound and compliant with local jurisdictions.
  • Advanced Forecasting & Modeling: Own the "Equity Crystal Ball." You will develop sophisticated models to forecast SBC expense, diluted shares impact, and cash flow requirements under multiple "what-if" scenarios.
  • Audit & Control Leadership: Set the standard for SOX compliance within the equity function. You will lead the relationship with external auditors, defending technical positions on valuations, and award modifications.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership: Act as the bridge between Finance, People/HR, and Legal. You will be the Accounting voice at the table providing insights into the accounting impact of daily decisions.
  • Team Mentorship: Directly manage and develop a Manager-level professional, fostering a culture of technical excellence, career growth, and extreme attention to detail.
  • Other Areas: ESPP, Section 16 filings


We may be a Match if:
  • Experience: 8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 3-5+ years specifically focused on equity accounting.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting.
  • Certification: Active CPA is required.
  • Technical knowledge: Mastery of US GAAP, specifically ASC 718 and ASC 260
  • Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.


$ 160000- $190000 a year

The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $190,000. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in Los Angeles, CA. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Our mission is simple - to help people find love and happiness! We love our employees too and understand the importance of all life's milestones. Here are some of the benefits we are proud to offer:

Mind & Body- Medical, mental health, and wellness benefits to support your overall health and well-being

Financial Wellness- Competitive compensation, 100% employer match on 401k contributions up to 10% (cap at $10,000), as well as an employee stock purchase program to help you feel supported in your financial security

Unplug - Generous PTO and 14 paid holidays so you can unplug

Career - Annual training allowance for professional development and ERG membership opportunities and events so you feel connected and empowered in your work

Family - Families come in all shapes and sizes so we offer 20 weeks of 100% paid parental leave, fertility, adoption, and child care resources, as well as pet insurance and discounts

Company Gatherings - We host fun happy hours and company events where our employees get to know each other and build a sense of connection and belonging!

About Match Group, Inc.

Match Group, Inc. is an American internet and technology company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. It owns and operates the largest global portfolio of popular online dating services including Tinder, Match.com, Meetic, OkCupid, Hinge, PlentyOfFish,UPWARD, Ship, and OurTime, totalling over 45 global dating companies. The company was owned by parent company IAC and in 2019, the company had 9.283 million subscribers, of which 4.554 million were in North America. Japan is the company's second largest market, after the United States. In July 2020, Match Group became a separate, public company.
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