Vice President of Global Treasurer & Credit Risk Officer, Kraken
$235-387.2k
+ Equity and bonus
Cryptocurrency exchange
Open for applications
Cryptocurrency exchange
501-1000 employees
Open for applications
$235-387.2k
+ Equity and bonus
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion.
Role
Who you are
- The VP, Global Treasurer & Credit Risk Officer we seek has a broad and well-rounded treasury skill set
- They must have the proven ability to partner with the CFO and other leaders across the organization to deliver on committed financial goals, maintain the highest standards in financial management, and consistently add value to the leadership process, strategy development and business operations
- The successful candidate will have positively influenced financial performance at current and previous companies
- They should have a solid understanding of accounting principles and systems knowledge
- This person must possess exceptional attention to detail, initiative and critical thinking skills
- They must be a hands-on leader, strong communicator (oral, written, and interpersonal), and collaborator with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and results-oriented environment
- 13+ years of progressive treasury leadership experience; strong preference for fintech, cryptocurrency, or financial services industries
- Demonstrated expertise in managing global treasury operations across multiple currencies and jurisdictions
- Proven success with financial planning, working capital optimization, and cash/collateral management
- Strong familiarity with cryptocurrencies, digital wallets, blockchain transactions, and crypto trading or algorithmic bots
- Experience selecting and implementing treasury technologies, improving workflows, and driving automation
- Excellent negotiation skills in areas such as credit agreements, banking partnerships, M&A, and financing transactions
- Deep understanding of capital markets, derivatives, macroeconomics, and treasury-related risk management
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, BI tools (e.g., Tableau), and Excel/Google Suite
- Effective communicator with experience presenting to senior executives, board members, and investors
- Educational background in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field; MBA, CFA, or CTP preferred
What the job involves
- The VP, Global Treasurer & Credit Risk Officer will oversee treasury operations, investment management, liquidity management, capital allocation, credit/currency risk management, and back-office settlement
- This leader will develop and implement the long-term strategic vision and spearhead the technological advancement of the treasury function while partnering with the Risk Desk, Finance, Data, Product, and Engineering teams
- In executing these mandates, they will use their business knowledge and analytical skills to drive revenue, control risk, and provide value to the company and consumers
- As Kraken prepares for a potential IPO, this leader will also play a critical role in readying the treasury organization for public company standards—enhancing governance, transparency, and regulatory compliance across all functions
- Lead global treasury operations, including liquidity management, capital structure optimization, and credit risk
- Manage short- and long-term cash flows, including cash forecasting, rebalancing, and funding strategies across multiple entities and currencies
- Develop and implement global hedging strategies (e.g., FX futures, derivatives) to mitigate currency and financial risks
- Collaborate with the CFO, CAO, and cross-functional leaders to align treasury strategy with corporate goals
- Prepare the treasury function to operate within a public company environment, including enhancing transparency, compliance, controls, and audit readiness
- Oversee cryptocurrency and fiat cash management, including reconciliation of wallets and bank accounts across entities
- Own and maintain banking and financial institution relationships globally; negotiate and manage credit facilities and service contracts
- Develop treasury systems, tools (e.g., treasury workstation), and processes for automation, scalability, and SOX compliance
- Lead treasury-related components of mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, financing, and integration
- Establish and manage credit and counterparty risk policies; oversee risk management framework and internal controls
- Partner with Data, Risk, Engineering, and Product to create dashboards and insights that inform decision-making and operational improvements
- Drive the company’s capital markets strategy, including fixed income, crypto markets, and structured products
- Develop fraud detection, disaster recovery, and security processes related to treasury and financial operations
- Champion the adoption of automation and scalable technology solutions to improve operational efficiency, accuracy, and speed across all treasury workflows
- Build custom treasury dashboards and analytics capabilities in partnership with Data and Engineering teams; bring a strong perspective on best-in-class treasury tools, systems, and infrastructure
- Communicate complex financial strategies and treasury-related reporting and presentations clearly and persuasively to executive leadership, the Board of Directors and cross-functional stakeholders; influence strategic decisions through data-driven insights and strong financial storytelling.
- Grow, develop and lead a global treasury team
Our take
Kraken is one of the world's leading and longest-standing cryptocurrency exchanges, known for its focus on transparency and security. The platform offers trading across a wide range of digital assets and fiat currencies, including USD, EUR, and CAD, and serves millions of users globally. Consistently rated as one of the most trusted and secure exchanges in the industry, Kraken has built a reputation on reliability, users protection, and a commitment to its proof-of-reserves verification that allows clients to independently confirm their holdings.
Kraken allows users to trade and invest in spot and derivatives markets, as well as participate in staking, custody, and tokenized asset products. It was also among the first exchanges to undergo a cryptographically verifiable proof-of-reserves audit and continues to lead with innovations such as tokenized US stocks ("xStocks") for non-US customers and expanded institutional services. Alongside this, the company's offerings are designed to make digital finance more accessible and complaint while supporting traders, investors, and enterprises navigating the fast-evolving crypto landscape.
On top of this success, Kraken reported a standout performance in the third quarter of 2025 - doubling its revenue year-on-year to $648M and boosting quarterly profit margins to nearly 28%. Trading volumes climbed to $562B, while assets on the platform rose to $59B, emphasizing the exchange's growth and strong customer confidence. Having expanded its product suite, strengthened its institutional reach, and invested in governance and compliance, Kraken is now in a position for continued expansion (and, potentially, a future public listing), as one of the most resilient and respected names in the global crypto market.
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Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Sep 2025
$500m
LATE VC
Feb 2019
$100m
SERIES C
Total funding: $611.5m
Company benefits
- Remote-first and work from anywhere
- Competitive salary regardless of location, and the option to be paid in crypto
- Equity grants offered with most roles
- Flexible paid time off
- Wellness Program that includes a fitness coach, free access to wellbeing apps, and a monthly wellness stipend
- Mental health and life coaching benefits for you and your dependents
- Startup-level autonomy with the scale and learning opportunities of a global platform
- Remote workstation set-up bonus
- And more!
Leadership
David Ripley
(Co-CEO)David joined Kraken in 2016 as COO and became Co-CEO in 2023. Prior to this, he co-founded Glidera where he served as the CEO for nearly 3 years. He also spent over 6 years at The Boston Consulting Group, joining as a Consultant before becoming a Project Lead and then Principal.
Arjun Sethi
(Co-CEO)Arjun is the co-founder of Tribe Capital, Foundation, Termina, and Kapital.
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