Director of Accounting : Offchain

Description

At Offchain Labs, we are not just building products — we’re leading a movement. 

We are committed to creating a decentralized, secure, and transparent future through blockchain technology. Our mission is to push the boundaries of blockchain innovation and foster a creative, collaborative, and inclusive culture where ideas can come to life. We know that the future of blockchain technology is limitless, and the best way to achieve this is by working with the brightest minds. 

We’re looking for thinkers and doers who are eager to embrace new challenges and seek solutions that will push existing boundaries. If you believe in the importance of transparency, trust, and the decentralization of control, and if you’re curious, adaptable, and want to disrupt the status quo, then we want to hear from you. 

We are looking for a Director of Accounting to work with the Head of Finance to build out the accounting department to ensure that the company has accurate and timely financial reporting and implement financial operating procedures across the company. We are looking for someone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and work both independently and as a manager.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the monthly close process and prepare and analyze financial statements, including income. statements, balance sheets, and statements of cash flow
• Drive opportunities for process improvements and automation, optimize our accounting systems and tools, and lead the implementation of accounting best practices
• Ensure consistent implementation of accounting principles and procedures in compliance with US GAAP, staying up to date with FASB and SEC guidance, especially related to any digital asset policies
• Develop, implement and enforce financial controls and policies
• Oversee payroll, accounts payable, expense reimbursements, and accounts receivable
• Own digital asset reporting and reconciliations
• Provide support to the management team in making informed financial decisions
• Work with our tax partners to prepare and file tax documents and returns
• Manage and mentor our Accounting Manager

What you’ll need:

• Accounting department builder at heart
• 10+ years experience with time spent at a Big 4 accounting firm
• 2+ years of recent experience at a crypto company or crypto native. If you do not have professional experience, please share the ecosystem within crypto that you are excited about and why, in your resume or in a short cover memo
• Experience or familiarity with digital asset accounting is highly preferred
• Prior experience leading a financial audit in partnership with external auditors
• CPA license holder
• Experience with multi-entity operations
• Strong proficiency in accounting software, financial planning tools and microsoft excel
• Great communicator with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and highly organized and tactical
• Ability to think strategically about department building and rolling out new processes
• Excited to roll up your sleeves and comfortable working in a fast-paced start-up environment, executing on multiple projects at any given time

Perks:

• Remote-first global workforce + NY office
• Annual company offsite + team onsites
• Professional reimbursement program (facilitates industry conference attendance, certifications, and more)
• Medical, dental & vision coverage (US + some other countries)
• 401k retirement plan + company match (US only)
• Wellness stipend
• Home office set up / ergonomic equipment program