Total Rewards Analyst & Stock Administrator (Contract)

About EarnIn As one of the first pioneers of earned wage access, our passion at EarnIn is building products that deliver real-time financial flexibility for those with the unique needs of living paycheck to paycheck. Our community members access their earnings as they earn them, with options to spend, save, and grow their money without mandatory fees, interest rates, or credit checks. We’re fortunate to have an incredibly experienced leadership team, combined with world-class funding partners like A16Z, Matrix Partners, DST, Ribbit Capital, and a very healthy core business with a tremendous runway. We’re growing fast and are excited to continue bringing world-class talent onboard to help shape the next chapter of our growth journey. POSITION SUMMARY At EarnIn, our people are our greatest asset—and attracting, retaining, and rewarding top talent is at the heart of everything we do. We're seeking a Total Rewards Analyst & Stock Administrator who is passionate about building and delivering inclusive, competitive, and transparent compensation and benefits programs. You’ll be instrumental in helping to shape our total rewards philosophy, provide high-touch support across benefits and equity programs, and ensure an outstanding employee experience through data-driven insights and operational excellence. This remote role combines elements of Equity Administration, Compensation, and Benefits and is ideal for someone with experience in high-growth, fast-paced environments who thrives in both analytical and people-centered work. If you're eager to grow your expertise across multiple total rewards domains and want to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. The US base salary range for this contract position is $92,000–$135,000 + benefits. This role will start as a contract position with the potential for conversion or extension. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. WHAT YOU'LL DO Stock Plan Administration (25-50%, to increase over the next 6 months) Equity Plan Management Help administer company’s equity programs, including stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), and employee stock purchase plans (ESPPs). Administer EarnIn’s equity compensation programs in collaboration with our third-party stock plan administrator. Managing new hires/terminations in equity administration platform. Prepare and distribute grant agreements (stock options, RSUs, etc.). Process new equity grants, exercises, vesting, and cancellations in equity management systems. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all equity transactions. Manage off boarding equity communications and option expiration timelines. Track and update employee status changes that affect vesting (e.g., LOA, termination). Compliance and Reporting Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international securities laws and regulations. Prepare and file Section 16 forms, Form 144, and other SEC filings as required. Support corporate governance activities related to equity and stockholder matters. Assist with external audits and coordinate with internal audit and finance teams to ensure proper controls. Employee Support Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding equity grants, vesting schedules, and exercises. Provide training and resources to employees to enhance understanding of equity programs. Respond to inquiries regarding equity statements, tax implications, and plan rules. System Administration Manage and maintain equity management platforms (Carta, Future: E*TRADE, Shareworks, etc.). Maintain cap table in equity platform, including employee and investor records. Perform system reconciliations with payroll, HRIS, and finance systems to ensure accuracy. Generate regular reports on equity activity for HR, finance, accounting, and executive leadership. Collaboration Partner with Legal, HR, Finance, and Payroll teams to ensure accurate processing and reporting. Support Finance in calculating stock-based compensation expense in accordance with GAAP. Provide data and analysis for board meetings, investor relations, and external communications: board decks with burn rate models and equity pool increases Run and send equity-related reports to stakeholders. Process Improvement Develop and implement best practices for equity plan administration. Review and update policies, procedures, and documentation related to stock administration. Identify opportunities for automation and process efficiency. Compensation Administrative and Tactical Execution (10-20%) Analyze, design, and support compensation programs and processes including annual salary review, merit cycles, promotions, and market benchmarking. Partner with People Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and functional leaders to ensure equitable and competitive offers, promotions, and internal transfers. Conduct global compensation market research, including participation in salary and total rewards surveys and analysis of compensation trends. Assist in maintaining job architecture, leveling guidelines, and salary ranges. Benefits Administration (20-30%) Support the administration of EarnIn’s employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and leave of absence programs. Partner with brokers and benefits vendors to ensure timely enrollment, compliance, and employee support. Assist with benefits communications and employee education initiatives to promote understanding and utilization. Perform benefits audits and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA). Support Leave of Absence Management Analytics & Reporting (10-15%) Build and maintain compensation, benefits, and equity dashboards and reporting tools to support business and compliance needs. Generate actionable insights from HR data to guide strategic decision-making and improve employee experience. Participate in audits and maintain data integrity across HRIS and equity systems. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR 3+ years of experience in an Equity Administration role, preferably in a high-growth tech environment. Solid working knowledge of benefits compliance and compensation principles (e.g., FLSA, IRS regulations, SOX, Section 409A). Hands-on experience with HRIS and equity management systems (e.g., Workday, Carta, Shareworks, Equity Edge, Fidelity). Exceptional Excel and data modeling skills; experience with reporting and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker, or Google Data Studio). Highly analytical mindset paired with strong attention to detail and the ability to execute flawlessly. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; capable of demystifying complex topics for a broad employee audience. Strong project management skills and a desire to create scalable, sustainable processes. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or related field; CEP and CCP or CEBS certification a plus. #LI-Remote At EarnIn, we believe that the best way to build a financial system that works for everyday people is by hiring a team that represents our diverse community. Our team is diverse not only in background and experience but also in perspective. We celebrate our diversity and strive to create a culture of belonging. EarnIn does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. EarnIn is an E-Verify participant. EarnIn does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team.