Director, Platform Accounting Controller
8.0/10
FalconX
$230,000 – $291,000 USD
Remote
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about 1 month ago
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Description
What you'll do
- •Lead and develop the platform / product accounting team, driving efficiency and automation to meet the demands of our high-growth environment
- •Oversee the monthly global financial close process, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of global consolidation
- •Bring a knowledge around technical accounting issues such as revenue recognition, derivatives, borrowing / lending, spot, consolidation, stock options, business combinations, MTM accounting, and other accounting matters
- •Own the general ledger and recording of all business transactions, including detailed analysis and reconciliation of accounts, while ensuring compliance with US GAAP, local accounting requirements, and internal policies.
- •Enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency within the Controllership organization by streamlining and improving processes and internal controls.
- •Manage annual external audit preparation and oversight, liaising with finance transformation, tax, treasury, legal, and other functions.
- •Build and lead a strong global team through active recruiting, motivating, coaching, training, and mentoring team members.
- •Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and provide financial insights
- •Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; consolidation of various entities to deliver the Group’s results
- •Provide explanations for queries from auditors, regulators and authorities.
- •Designing and implementing processes, policies & procedures, internal control framework, etc.
- •Coordination with external auditors and other relevant teams in/out of the organization
- •Hands-on knowledge of working/operating in an environment with an ERP (like NetSuite)
- •Assist with system integrations and optimizations.
- •Support ad hoc financial information requests and other special projects as assigned.
- •Provide support for internal and external audits related to specific areas of responsibility.
- •Embrace and uphold a culture of open-mindedness and proactive problem-solving
- •Adapt to rapidly changing priorities with agility and flexibility.
- •Build strong relationships across the organization to drive collaborative success.
Conditions
- •Flexibility to work across different time zones during crucial periods such as month-end closes.
- •Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- •Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- •The base pay for this role is expected to be between $230,000 and $291,000 in the New York City and San Francisco Bay Area.
- •This role will also be eligible for other forms of compensation such as a performance linked bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package.
Requirements
- •BA/BS in Accounting or related field.
- •Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent preferred.
- •10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience in a leadership role in similar industries (digital assets, banking, broker-dealer, hedge fund, etc.), with a minimum of 7+ years in senior management leading large global teams.
- •Strong knowledge and leadership in accounting operations, with proven experience in building, developing, mentoring, and inspiring a diverse, high-performing professional accounting team globally.
- •Experience in system implementation and project management
- •Background in financial services, fintech, banking, crypto, or exchanges is strongly preferred.
- •Experience with multi-currency accounting for complex business structures.
- •Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
- •High proficiency in G-suite products
- •Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex concepts and risk factors to stakeholders and influence decision-making.
- •Proven ability to work well in a dynamic environment and work autonomously and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- •Experience working in an accounting ERP system (NetSuite or equivalent).
- •Proven track record in assessing, developing, and implementing internal controls while maintaining efficient processes.
- •Excitement about navigating a hyper-growth, rapidly changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment.
- •Strong work ethic and team player
- •Experience in managing team members from different geographical locations.
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