About the role
Blockstream was founded in 2014 by Dr. Adam Back and a group of fellow cryptographers and engineers who are passionate about Bitcoin and its potential to change the world. Today, Blockstream is the leading Bitcoin company, providing cutting-edge infrastructure solutions for enterprises, institutions, and individual Bitcoin users. We develop industry-leading Bitcoin self-custody solutions, Bitcoin-based financial products, second-layer scaling technologies, and enterprise-grade blockchain infrastructure.
We're seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our growing accounting & finance team during a transformative period and prepare for public market readiness. You’ll play a key leadership role in preparing the company for public market compliance and overseeing the annual and quarterly consolidated financial audit process.
This position is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to be at the forefront of Bitcoin's mainstream adoption while building expertise in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency accounting landscape.
What You Will Be Doing (Responsibilities):
* Lead the preparation, coordination, and review of the month-end close process.
* Support the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements.
* Manage accounting requests related to tax compliance, statutory filings, and regulatory reporting.
* Prepare and review periodic financial statement fluctuation (flux) analyses on a month-over-month and quarter-over-quarter basis.
* Prepare and review monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
* Assist with the consolidation of foreign subsidiaries and intercompany eliminations.
* Coordinate with external auditors in connection with PCAOB audits, including audit procedures related to Bitcoin custody controls and blockchain reconciliations.
* Support the design, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of internal controls, including quarterly control compliance.
* Support the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with the U.S. GAAP.
* Monitoring the new U.S. GAAP accounting pronouncements and support the implementation of applicable standards.
* Support SOX compliance initiatives, CECL modeling, mergers and acquisitions, and debt and equity transactions.
What We Look For In You (Required Qualifications):
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and CPA certification required.
* 5-7 years of relevant accounting experience with the U.S. GAAP experience, public accounting, and cryptocurrency/fintech a plus.
* Strong knowledge of the U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, financial reporting standards, and memo creation.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets to support SEC filings and disclosure preparation.
* Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.
* Proven ability to implement new accounting standards and complex reporting processes.
* Excellent analytical, project management, and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
Nice To Haves (Preferred Qualifications):
* Big 4 or national firm experience with focus on financial services or technology clients.
* Industry exposure with experience leading an accounting team and closing books on a timely basis.
* Experience with multi-business unit companies and segment reporting
* Previous SOX compliance experience.
Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this role is $130,000 – $150,000 USD, depending on skills and experience. In addition to base salary, full-time Blockstream employees receive: Target equity grants and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)).
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