Senior Accountant, OpenZeppelin

• You must be knowledgeable in both US and UK GAAP and tax regulations and have experience working in the crypto industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent certification preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a minimum of 2 years in blockchain/web3
• Experience with US and UK GAAP and tax regulations as they relate to cryptocurrency
• Experience with financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit processes
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting

Desirable

• As the company’s Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing the day to day financial operations of the company, including accounting, reporting, tax compliance and payments among others
• Oversee end-to-end financial activities, including accounts payable and receivable, month-end closing, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, corporate tax, VAT, and statutory requirements as they relate to cryptocurrency
• Prepare and review financial statements for accuracy and completeness, including statements that reflect the use of cryptocurrencies and tokens
• Manage financial operations such as budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Oversee tax compliance, including the preparation of Audit readiness documents to ensure a smooth and clean audit. Address audit related queries from external auditors
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure effective internal controls for FIAT and cryptocurrency transactions
• Oversee the implementation of systems and processes to support the company's growth and expansion in the cryptocurrency industry

• Our interview process takes place on Zoom and tends to consist of the following stages:
• Recruiter Call (up to 30 mins)
• Hiring Manager Call (45 mins)
• Leadership Interview (30 mins)
• Paid work trial (take home assessment. up to 10 hours in work)
• Reference checks