Hybrid Director, Product Accounting Controller

at FalconX

• Job title: Director, Product Accounting Controller
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $230,000 - $311,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: ERP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, New York City, United States

About the role

• Director of Product Accounting Controller at FalconX leading accounting processes and team in fintech. Ensuring financial compliance and operational efficiency in a high-growth crypto environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the platform / product accounting team, driving efficiency and automation to meet the demands of our high-growth environment.
• Oversee the monthly global financial close process, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of global consolidation.
• Bring a knowledge around technical accounting issues such as revenue recognition, derivatives, borrowing / lending, spot, consolidation, stock options, business combinations, MTM accounting, and other accounting matters.
• Own the general ledger and recording of all business transactions, including detailed analysis and reconciliation of accounts, while ensuring compliance with US GAAP, local accounting requirements, and internal policies.
• Enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency within the Controllership organization by streamlining and improving processes and internal controls.
• Manage annual external audit preparation and oversight, liaising with finance transformation, tax, treasury, legal, and other functions.
• Build and lead a strong global team through active recruiting, motivating, coaching, training, and mentoring team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and provide financial insights.
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; consolidation of various entities to deliver the Groupʼs results.
• Provide explanations for queries from auditors, regulators and authorities.
• Designing and implementing processes, policies & procedures, internal control framework, etc.
• Coordination with external auditors and other relevant teams in/out of the organization.
• Hands-on knowledge of working/operating in an environment with an ERP (like NetSuite).
• Assist with system integrations and optimizations.
• Support ad hoc financial information requests and other special projects as assigned.
• Provide support for internal and external audits related to specific areas of responsibility.
• Embrace and uphold a culture of open-mindedness and proactive problem-solving.
• Adapt to rapidly changing priorities with agility and flexibility.
• Build strong relationships across the organization to drive collaborative success.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Accounting or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience in a leadership role in similar industries (digital assets, banking, broker-dealer, hedge fund, etc.), with a minimum of 7+ years in senior management leading large global teams.
• Strong knowledge and leadership in accounting operations, with proven experience in building, developing, mentoring, and inspiring a diverse, high-performing professional accounting team globally.
• Experience in system implementation and project management.
• Background in financial services, fintech, banking, crypto, or exchanges is strongly preferred.
• Experience with multi-currency accounting for complex business structures.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
• High proficiency in G-suite products.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex concepts and risk factors to stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Proven ability to work well in a dynamic environment and work autonomously and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience working in an accounting ERP system (NetSuite or equivalent).
• Proven track record in assessing, developing, and implementing internal controls while maintaining efficient processes.
• Excitement about navigating a hyper-growth, rapidly changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment.
• Strong work ethic and team player.
• Experience in managing team members from different geographical locations.

Benefits

• Performance linked bonus
• Equity
• Competitive benefits package