VP, Accounting

Job Description

FalconX is seeking a VP of Accounting to oversee all aspects of its accounting operations. The VP of Accounting will be responsible for managing the monthly closing process, implementing systems and applications, navigating acquisitions and integrations, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and tax regulations.Responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the global accounting team.
• Overseeing general ledger close operations and financial statement analysis.
• Ensuring compliance with reporting deadlines and accounting standards.
• Implementing and maintaining scalable systems for financial reporting.
• Managing the audit process and maintaining a strong internal control environment.
• Managing accounting aspects of acquisitions and integrations.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing financial insights.
• Overseeing tax compliance and strategy.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; Active CPA or equivalent certification required.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience in a leadership role in similar industries (digital assets, banking, broker-dealer, hedge fund, etc.).
• Experience in both financial services and startup environments.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and experience with tax regulations and transfer pricing.
• Exposure to IFRS and other international accounting standards.
• Requisite expertise around technical accounting issues such as revenue recognition, consolidation, stock options, business combinations, derivatives, acquisitions, and other accounting matters.
• Proven experience with multinational organizational structures and complex financial and regulatory reporting, having directly overseen multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional set-ups
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and refining monthly closing processes and general ledger implementations.
• Experience with acquisitions and integrations in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across global teams.
• Track record of leading accounting teams, managing outcomes and deliverables, and uplifting the knowledge and skills of the team.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; experience with NetSuite is a plus.

FalconX offers:

• Performance linked bonus
• Equity
• Competitive benefits package