Technical Accounting & Acquisitions Manager
Kraken
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Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
What makes us different?
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.
Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.
As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Kraken NFT, and Kraken Futures.
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The Team
The Technical Accounting & Acquisitions Manager will be an integral part of the Finance Team and will work closely with Finance and Accounting leadership cohorts. This role reports to the Director of Technical Accounting.
The Technical Accounting & Acquisitions Manager is a key member of the Accounting and Finance Team and serves as an accounting subject matter expert to support global Kraken accounting processes and financial transactions. This role is part of a team that is responsible for implementation and oversight of the global Kraken accounting and finance policies and supports M&A teams on a broad spectrum of technical accounting matters. Responsibilities also include assisting with the preparation of financial statements and evaluation of complex technical accounting issues as needed.
The Opportunity
Serve as a U.S. GAAP and Kraken accounting policy subject matter expert
Provide counsel to internal stakeholders including interpretation, application, and implementation of accounting and finance policies
Evaluate targets financial practices such as historical and projected earnings and cash flows, contingencies, commitments, as well as quality of assets and internal control structure
Post-deal integration
Identify integration and post-transaction transition issues
Assist with the adoption of new U.S. GAAP accounting standards including coordinating with accounting process owners, developing implementation plans, and executing process, system, and financial reporting disclosure changes
Assist with preparation and review of disclosures in Kraken’s financial statements
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Additional duties or responsibilities as required
Skills You Should HODL
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, CPA and MBA preferred
Minimum of 8-years progressive experience in corporate accounting and/or public accounting, cryptocurrency industry experience a plus
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting and financial reporting requirements, IFRS a plus
Previous experience in business combinations, derivatives and complex financial instruments
Understanding of complex business and information technology management processes and controls
Experience as finance lead for post-merger integration
Attention to detail and ability to evaluate financial concepts and complex transactions
Ability to work independently and adjust priorities to achieve accurate and timely results
Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to collaborate across functions
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This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.
Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!
As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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