Accounting Manager

Posted:
8/30/2024, 9:47:26 AM

Location(s):
New York, New York, United States ⋅ New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Accounting

Who are we?

FalconX is the most advanced digital asset platform for institutions. We provide trade execution, credit & treasury management, prime offering and market making services. Given our global operations, industry-leading technology and deep liquidity, we have facilitated client transactions of $1 trillion in volume. Our products & services are regulated, compliant and trusted.

We are a team of engineers, product builders, institutional sales and trading leaders, operations experts, and business strategists. Our teammates have entrepreneurial experience and come from companies such as Google, Apple, Paypal, Citadel, Bridgewater, and Goldman Sachs. And, we embody our values: Think big; Drive bold outcomes; Be one team; Iterate with speed; and be an entrepreneur.

We prioritize learning. Outcomes are mission-critical, but we also believe that learning in success and in failure will drive our continued success. Our industry is emergent - there’s no shortage of experiments to get involved with and to continue growing and learning together. 

We are looking for a results-driven, high-performing and confident Accounting Manager to join our Accounting team. You will be expected to work in a fast paced environment to deliver on accounting, reporting & analytical fronts. In addition to day-to-day accounting & reporting, the Manager will supervise and collaborate with the team, bring in relevant technical accounting expertise, assist in formulating sound financial strategies, implement appropriate internal controls, implement industry best practices, and develop financial plans that support organizational strategy.

Responsibilities

  • As a manager, you would be required to manage deliverables and team members involved in day-to-day accounting, book-keeping, and reporting primarily in US GAAP (IndAS or IFRS experience is a plus)
  • Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; consolidation of various entities to deliver the Group’s results
  • Bring in requisite expertise around technical accounting issues such as revenue recognition, consolidation, stock options, business combinations, MTM accounting, and other accounting matters
  • Oversee entity’s jurisdiction-specific reporting, accounting, tax & compliances
  • 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 ERP (like NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, etc.)

Success

  • As an Accounting Manager, you will help the team refine and streamline finance & accounting processes and ensure real-time & accurate financial information to all the stakeholders
  • Bring in requisite US GAAP expertise and guide the group through emerging guidance, restructuring and product launches
  • Manage legal entities and regulatory, statutory, management & tax deliverables, filings
  • You will be required to work very closely with Trading, Trade-Ops Teams & External consultants to ensure best financial outcomes for the organization
  • Over the course of time, build SME knowledge (from accounting, reporting, regulatory perspectives) of the environment the firm is operating in
  • Ability to multitask, work effectively under pressure, prioritize, and manage workload to meet internal needs
  • Work closely with the global accounting team, including our team based in India, to ensure consistency and accuracy in financial reporting

Required Qualifications

  • Active Certified Public Accountant 
  • Big 4 accounting firm experience highly preferred
  • Prior working experience of 5+ years in a similar industry (Banking, Broker-Dealer etc.) and ideally exposure to trading. Digital asset experience is highly preferred
  • Has managed a team of at least 3-5 resources and was responsible for their delivery and performance
  • In addition to managing regular accounting functions (book-keeping, payables, receivables, reporting, payroll etc.), has technical accounting experience
  • Expert knowledge of US GAAP reporting standards and its application; IndAS or IFRS experience is a plus
  • Hands-on knowledge of working /operating in an environment with ERP (like NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, etc.)
  • Understanding of E2E trade flow & related dynamics (settlement, market-making etc.)
  • Enthusiastic, self-starter, and detail-oriented with excellent analytical & problem-solving capabilities and with strong verbal and written communication skills

Location: New York or Bay Area

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Inclusivity Statement

FalconX is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and safe workspace for all people. Our roles are intended for people from all walks of life. We encourage all those interested in applying to our organization to submit an application regardless if you are missing some of the listed background requirements, skills, or experiences!

As part of our commitment to inclusivity, FalconX would like to acknowledge that the EEOC survey has limited potential responses that you can select. For legal reasons, FalconX must use this language to align with federal requirements, however, we want to ensure that you are able to provide a response to our own voluntary survey questions about your identity that best aligns with your most true self.

FalconX is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on FalconX. Please inform FalconX’s People team at [email protected], if you need assistance with participating in the application process.