Job Description

Location



Canada



Employment Type



Full time



Location Type



Remote



Department



Finance & Accounting

Finance



Overview



Building the Future of Crypto



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, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.



Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!



Proof of work



The team



The Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting 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 Sr. Director, Reporting & Technical Accounting.



The Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting 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 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 Kraken's financial close process, preparing internal reporting documents for management, and fulfilling external financial reporting obligations.



The opportunity



Serve as a U.S. GAAP and Kraken accounting policy subject matter expert



Provide counsel to internal stakeholders including interpretation, , 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



Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial statements and reports.



Assist with the preparation and compliance of SEC filings (Form 10-Q, Form 10-K, Form 8-K, private placements and Form S-1)



Prepare and review supporting work papers for disclosures, including footnotes and MD&A preparation



Ability to work collaboratively with internal business teams (legal, treasury and accounting)



Coordinate requests from the Company's internal and external auditors



Review external reporting documents in XBRL format



Lead process and reporting improvements within Workiva



Review and analyze peer disclosures



Prepare quarterly and annual regulatory and statutory compliance reporting as needed



Develop and maintain SOX compliance over financial reporting and disclosures



Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned



Skills you should HODL



Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, CPA and MBA preferred



5-8 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



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This job is accepting ongoing s and there is no 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.