Job title: Manager, Platform Accounting
Company: Kraken
Job description: Building the Future of CryptoOur Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.What makes us different?Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.Before you apply, please read the page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account .As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to , , and through our products like , , and .Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!Proof of WorkThe TeamThe Finance team at Kraken is a group of specialists charged with managing the firm’s liquidity, capital and risk, and providing the overall financial controls and reporting functions for executive decision making, compliance, and audit readiness. Our work contributes directly to Kraken’s success.The Platform Accounting team within the Finance organization is responsible for financial accounting and reporting on a variety of products and transactions including fiat, digital assets, futures, margin, options and other new company initiatives. In addition, the Platform Accounting team oversees OTC operation, serving high-networth individuals and financial institutional clients.We are seeking an Accounting Manager who will work closely with your Finance and Accounting leadership cohorts as well as business partners to plan, implement, improve, automate, test, and ensure the Platform Accounting team provides complete and accurate financial records and reports for management, improves the quality of our financial statements, and boosts our audit readiness. Join an elite Finance team to drive improvements and automation for all internal processes.The OpportunityInterface daily with internal systems and our proprietary exchange platform to assist with fiat and digital asset position reconciliations across our various bank accounts and crypto walletsPromptly research and correct discrepancies and communicating actions to the appropriate stakeholdersSupport new product launches and company initiatives by determining proper accounting treatments and implementing necessary close and reconciliation procedures to ensure timely and accurate record and reportCommunicate and facilitate issue resolution between our OTC desks, Treasury, Developers, Data Scientists, and Finance, including making journal entries as necessaryDevelop and implement policies and procedures for revenue recognition and reconciliation of related assets and liabilities with supporting internal and external dataIdentify automation opportunities and actively work with Finance Transformation and Product Engineering teams to streamline processes in order to gain greater efficiency and transparencySupport internal and external audits by documenting internal control procedures and submitting PBC schedulesProvide schedules and reconciliation support for ad hoc financial and regulatory reporting requestsSkills You Should HODLBachelor’s degree in Accounting or closely related field7+ years of combined audit and/or accounting experience from the Big 4 or national accounting firms and/or industry, preferred in Financial Services, Fintech, broker-dealer, banking or exchangeKnowledge of US GAAP and experience with SOXCollaborative, innovative, flexible, and adept at building relationships across the organizationAbility to handle and lead multiple projects and deliverables in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentMicrosoft Excel proficiency including pivot tables, H & V-LookupCPA in good standingExperience or knowledge with cryptocurrencyExperience and knowledge with SQLExperience with high volume transactionsExperience using an ERP system such Netsuite#LI-Remote #LI-MD1This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don’t fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you’re passionate or knowledgable about crypto!As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.Stay in the know
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Location: USA
Job date: Wed, 07 Aug 2024 23:08:59 GMT
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