JOB BOARD: Stock Plan Administration Manager - Accounting, Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, Cambridge, MA

We
are looking for a candidate with a professional presence, strong work
ethic and dynamic skills.  As Stock Plan Administration Manager you will
administer equity compensation programs, including stock options,
restricted stock/unit plans, stock recognition plan and Employee Stock
Purchase Plan; answer employee questions and resolve problems.  Maintain
procedures and processes for accurate and timely reporting, financial
compliance, governance and participant communication.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure
  equity awards are administered in accordance with the terms and
  conditions of the awards, the governing plans and internal processes and
  procedures
  


• Generate, audit, and analyze internal reports
  and support systems for financial disclosures under FASB and SOX
  standards
  


• Identify and lead implementation of process
  improvements for increased efficiencies
  


• Monitor and
  benchmark programs. Participate in industry associations and continuing
  education
  


• Assist Human Resources in monitoring, designing
  and communicating stock program designs, processes, procedures, etc.
  


• Develop
  employee communication and education programs with HR Department.
  Coordinates dissemination of stock administration news information
  through Web pages, mailings, and emails
  


• Manage
  relationships with brokers, transfer agent and service providers on
  stock plan issues
  


• Works closely with Administration and
  Legal regarding insider trading policy. Communicate insider trading
  window dates and procedures to company insiders and broker
  


• Monitors
  insider sales during open windows to ensure compliance with Company
  guidelines
  


• Provide equity information for SEC Forms and
  Filings - 10Q, 10K and Proxy Statement, etc.
  


• Function as
  back-up for processing daily transactions
  


• Effectively
  collaborate with Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Payroll, Tax and
  Treasury
  


• Coordinate allocation of resources to comply with
  special requests for equity information
  


• Assist with special
  projects and transactions as assigned

•  Bachelors
  Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
  


•  Experience
  with global multinational employer issuing multiple stock programs and
  designs, preferable through Equity Edge system.
  


•  CEP
  (Certified Equity Professional) certification preferred
  


•  Knowledge
  of Section 16
  


•  Knowledge of U.S. accounting, legal,
  disclosure and tax issues
  


•  Familiarity with non-U.S. tax,
  securities, and legal issues pertaining to stock plans
  


•  Demonstrated
  client focus and ability to build relationships and trust with various
  groups
  


•  Knowledge of Microsoft suite of applications, stock
  plan administration software, etc.
  


•  Excellent
  communication skills, both oral and written
  


•  Strong
  attention to detail to review and validate the accuracy of information
  


• Experience
  with or working knowledge of multiple stock plan vendors and third
  party administrators preferred
  


•  Ability to work with
  hands-on involvement as well as act as mentor/coach and set direction
  


•  Contribute
  individually with minimal supervision within   a team oriented
  environment

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is a global
biotechnology company committed to the discovery and development of
breakthrough small molecule drugs for serious diseases. The Company's
strategy is to commercialize its products both independently and in
collaboration with major pharmaceutical companies. Vertex's product
pipeline is focused on viral diseases, cystic fibrosis, inflammation,
autoimmune diseases, cancer, and pain