Senior Accounting Manager

Senior Accounting Manager - Foundational Finance for the Future of Money

Location: New York City (Hybrid)

Compensation: $140K - $175K

We are building a foundational platform designed to transform how value moves globally, focusing on creating a new, efficient financial fabric underpinned by programmable digital dollars. We are a mission-driven company, backed by world-class investors, dedicated to driving the adoption of trusted, accessible, and utility-focused on-chain value.

The Senior Accounting Manager will be a critical hire, reporting to the Director of Finance and taking ownership of key financial operations, specifically bridging traditional accounting discipline with the evolving world of digital assets. You will serve as the primary controller for digital asset accounting, manage relationships with external accounting partners, and lead crucial regulatory reporting submissions.

This role requires a hands-on approach and significant ownership, ideal for a professional eager to shape processes and build scalable financial systems from the ground up within a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment. You will partner closely with engineering, operations, and compliance teams to ensure accurate financial records, timely reporting, and strong internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary controller for all digital asset accounting activities, including transaction recording, blockchain reconciliations, and valuation processes.
• Administer and maintain the third-party digital asset accounting subledger, ensuring seamless integration with core financial systems and data integrity.
• Manage the monthly process for verifying reserve balances with external auditors and ensure timely publication of reports.
• Oversee relationships and deliverables with external accounting partners to ensure accurate and timely month-end close and financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies in compliance with US GAAP and specific digital asset accounting guidance.
• Prepare and submit all required regulatory reports for relevant jurisdictions, including disclosures related to asset reserves.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support new product launches, operational changes, and the implementation of robust internal controls.
• Manage communications and support activities for annual financial audits.

Requirements

• CPA Certification is mandatory.
• 4+ years of combined experience in public accounting (preferably Big 4) and in-house roles (preferably within fintech, crypto, or financial services).
• Demonstrated expertise in managing the full lifecycle of month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, with a proven ability to analyze and work efficiently with large datasets.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to operate autonomously and effectively manage multiple, competing priorities in a dynamic startup setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience utilizing blockchain explorers, wallet management tools, or specialized digital asset accounting platforms.
• Familiarity with financial regulatory reporting frameworks.
• Prior experience in an early-stage or high-growth startup environment.
• Strong aptitude for process design and continuous improvement.

Benefits

We are a small, tight-knit, and mission-driven group that values clear thinking, extreme ownership, and high-velocity decision-making. You will be joining a team that blends the discipline of high-performance finance with the creativity of a fast-moving, crypto-native startup, deeply motivated to build foundational infrastructure for the future of money.

• Competitive Compensation & Equity: A package designed to reward excellence and significant ownership in the future growth of the company.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible Work Environment: We support flexible working arrangements and provide the tools you need to succeed.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Encouraging rest and a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Opportunities and resources to expand your expertise, especially at the intersection of traditional finance and digital assets.
• Impactful Work: The opportunity to build and shape foundational systems that are actively transforming the global financial landscape.

Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search.

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