Accounting Senior Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Accounting Senior Manager based in Canada.

Join a rapidly growing global financial technology organization operating at the forefront of brokerage infrastructure and digital assets. As Accounting Senior Manager, you will lead cryptocurrency accounting operations while providing strategic and technical accounting expertise across the broader business. You will oversee financial reporting, accounting policies, month-end and quarter-end close processes, and complex digital asset transactions. Working closely with Finance, Legal, Compliance, business leaders, and external auditors, you will ensure financial accuracy, regulatory alignment, and strong internal controls. This role combines hands-on accounting ownership with technical leadership and the opportunity to shape scalable financial processes. You will thrive in a dynamic, international, and fast-paced environment where financial innovation and operational excellence go hand in hand.

Accountabilities:

Digital Assets Accounting & Financial Reporting: Own the end-to-end accounting function for cryptocurrency and tokenization-related activities, including month-end and quarter-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
Develop, maintain, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls covering cryptocurrency transactions, digital assets, and related business activities.
Oversee accounting for digital asset holdings, transfers, fees, settlements, and other cryptocurrency-related transactions, ensuring accurate and consistent financial treatment.
Partner with crypto business leaders to assess new products, transaction flows, and business developments, providing guidance on accounting implications and reporting requirements.
Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Compliance teams to support regulatory reporting obligations and ensure alignment with applicable financial requirements.
Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and scalable accounting solutions to accommodate increasing transaction volumes and business complexity.
Audit Ownership & Regulatory Support: Lead external financial statement audits for the crypto business, acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors and coordinating audit planning, documentation, supporting schedules, and deliverables.
Address audit findings, implement remediation measures, strengthen internal accounting processes, and maintain audit-ready documentation.
Support regulatory examinations, inquiries, and reporting requirements in collaboration with Legal and Compliance teams.
Technical Accounting & Complex Transactions: Act as a key technical accounting resource across the organization, researching and evaluating complex and non-routine transactions under US GAAP.
Prepare technical accounting memoranda outlining relevant accounting guidance, conclusions, and potential financial statement impacts.
Advise Finance and business leadership on the accounting implications of new products, strategic initiatives, contracts, and complex commercial arrangements.
Assess technical accounting matters involving revenue recognition, equity transactions, investments, business combinations, digital assets, and emerging financial reporting topics.
Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements, assess their potential impact, and coordinate the implementation of new accounting practices.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA designation is strongly preferred.
At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining public accounting and complex corporate accounting environments.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, technical accounting research, and financial reporting standards.
Proven experience managing month-end and quarter-end closing processes, preparing financial statements, and coordinating external financial audits.
Previous experience in cryptocurrency, digital assets, fintech, financial services, or other environments involving complex financial transactions.
Ability to independently research, evaluate, and document complex accounting matters and translate technical conclusions into practical recommendations.
Experience designing, implementing, and improving accounting processes, procedures, and internal control frameworks.
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across different departments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex accounting concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
Ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a dynamic, evolving, and high-growth business environment.
Additional advantages: CPA qualification combined with Big Four or national public accounting firm experience and industry exposure.
Direct experience with cryptocurrency accounting, including digital asset transactions, reconciliations, custody arrangements, and associated reporting requirements.
Experience supporting regulated financial institutions or cryptocurrency-related businesses.
Demonstrated ability to lead financial statement audits and manage complex discussions with external auditors.
Familiarity with SOC 1 and/or SOC 2 readiness, internal control frameworks, and audit evidence requirements.
Experience implementing accounting automation, optimizing financial systems, or scaling accounting operations.
Previous collaboration with senior leadership on new products, business initiatives, and complex commercial arrangements.
Benefits:
Competitive salary package.
Stock options, offering an opportunity to participate in the organization's growth.
Comprehensive health benefits.
One-time USD $500 home-office setup allowance for new hires.
Monthly USD $150 stipend provided through a Brex card to support remote working expenses.
Fully remote working environment within an international and globally distributed team.
Opportunity to work at the intersection of financial technology, cryptocurrency, and innovative brokerage infrastructure.
Exposure to complex accounting challenges and the opportunity to influence financial processes and operational strategy as the business scales.