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OpenZeppelin

Senior Accountant - United Kingdom

Posted 4 Days Ago
Remote
Hiring Remotely in UK
Senior level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in UK
Senior level
The Senior Accountant will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance with regulations, manage budgeting and financial reporting, and implement accounting policies related to cryptocurrency.
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About us

Founded in 2015 with the mission to protect the open economy, OpenZeppelin is the world leader in securing blockchain applications and smart contracts. 

It's Open Source Contract Libraries are a public good and industry standard for smart contract development. 

OpenZeppelin’s professional expertise integrates through clients’ development lifecycles, so teams can plan, code, audit, deploy and operate projects faster and more safely.

Please note: Always refer to OpenZeppelin's official job page for the most accurate information about our open roles, as we have seen multiple third party job sites posting inaccurate information.

The Finance Team 💰

At OpenZeppelin, we believe in the power of crypto to transform the world of finance. As a member of our remote finance team, you will have the opportunity to work with a great team with the mission to help protect the open economy. We value collaboration, innovation, and a passion for learning, and we offer a flexible, remote work environment that allows you to work from anywhere in the world.

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. You must be knowledgeable in both US and UK GAAP and tax regulations and have experience working in the crypto industry.

What you'll be doing

  • 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

You have

  • 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.
  • Fluent in English

Nice to have

  • Experience with cryptocurrency accounting and reporting, including knowledge of cryptocurrency-specific accounting standards and tax regulations.
  • Experience with managing cryptocurrency wallets and exchanges, including security best practices and managing risks associated with cryptocurrency transactions.
  • Experience in Financial Planning and Analysis and basic knowledge of Python/SQL.

Location: 

Although the location says United Kingdom, we're hiring worldwide for this position.

Logistics:

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
Benefits
  • Company in-person gatherings in different locations around the world 😎
  • Fully remote work 🌎
  • Flexible time off 🏝
  • Paid parental leave 💙
  • One time work-from-home equipment stipend of up to $500 USD 🪑
  • Medical insurance coverage 🏥
  • Learning & Development opportunities 🧠
  • Work with a global team in a fast-growing industry 🚀

At OpenZeppelin, we are an equal opportunity employer and we value different perspectives. We are committed to building a diverse workforce. This includes but is not limited to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, national origin and other characteristics that make each one of us unique. In this uniqueness, we find the most value. Come join us!


Top Skills

Erp Systems
Gaap
Python
SQL

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