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Overview
Are you excited by the intersection of finance and cutting-edge technology? As a Senior Accountant on our Digital Assets Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how our firm manages, tracks, and reports on cryptocurrency activities. This newly created role reflects the rapid growth of our crypto business and offers the opportunity to combine your strong accounting foundation with your passion for blockchain and digital assets. You won’t just be reconciling numbers—you’ll be solving new, complex problems every day, collaborating across departments, and helping design the future of our crypto accounting processes. If you’re looking for a place to apply your technical accounting expertise while expanding into one of the most dynamic areas of finance, this is the role for you. Location and schedule: Chicago, IL | Hybrid - 3 to 4 days in the office Base pay range
$105,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Responsibilities
Lead the monthly accounting close for crypto entities, including reconciling blockchain and API data, analyzing variances, and posting journal entries. Record and monitor digital asset transactions (purchases, sales, loans, token deals, transfers), ensuring accuracy and compliance. Support profit & loss reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and anomaly reviews with clear documentation. Review contracts for unique financial terms, advising on appropriate accounting treatment. Drive process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Partner with tax, operations, and data teams to ensure complete and accurate reporting across the business. Assist with external audits, tax filings, and prepare supporting schedules. Conduct accounting research and draft memos addressing emerging crypto transactions and evolving standards. Provide expertise on controls and reconciliations for high-volume, complex digital asset activity. Qualifications
4+ years of experience in accounting or a related finance role. Background in public accounting with Crypto/Digital Asset clients or experience working as an accountant focused on Crypto/Digital Assets. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; CPA (or equivalent) strongly preferred. Background in the trading industry, accounting, and/or crypto is highly valued. Understanding of blockchain technology and crypto mechanics; experience with block explorers is a plus. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, large data sets); SQL or Python exposure is a bonus. Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems is helpful. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills. Excellent communicator with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams. Organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment. Why Join Us
Impact from Day One : Step into a newly created role designed to support a growing business line. Innovation Meets Accounting : Work at the forefront of finance, combining traditional accounting with emerging digital assets. Collaborative Culture : Join a team where curiosity, initiative, and cross-functional partnership are valued. Professional Growth : Expand your expertise in crypto and blockchain while applying your accounting skills to a new frontier. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and General Business
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Are you excited by the intersection of finance and cutting-edge technology? As a Senior Accountant on our Digital Assets Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how our firm manages, tracks, and reports on cryptocurrency activities. This newly created role reflects the rapid growth of our crypto business and offers the opportunity to combine your strong accounting foundation with your passion for blockchain and digital assets. You won’t just be reconciling numbers—you’ll be solving new, complex problems every day, collaborating across departments, and helping design the future of our crypto accounting processes. If you’re looking for a place to apply your technical accounting expertise while expanding into one of the most dynamic areas of finance, this is the role for you. Location and schedule: Chicago, IL | Hybrid - 3 to 4 days in the office Base pay range
$105,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Responsibilities
Lead the monthly accounting close for crypto entities, including reconciling blockchain and API data, analyzing variances, and posting journal entries. Record and monitor digital asset transactions (purchases, sales, loans, token deals, transfers), ensuring accuracy and compliance. Support profit & loss reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and anomaly reviews with clear documentation. Review contracts for unique financial terms, advising on appropriate accounting treatment. Drive process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Partner with tax, operations, and data teams to ensure complete and accurate reporting across the business. Assist with external audits, tax filings, and prepare supporting schedules. Conduct accounting research and draft memos addressing emerging crypto transactions and evolving standards. Provide expertise on controls and reconciliations for high-volume, complex digital asset activity. Qualifications
4+ years of experience in accounting or a related finance role. Background in public accounting with Crypto/Digital Asset clients or experience working as an accountant focused on Crypto/Digital Assets. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; CPA (or equivalent) strongly preferred. Background in the trading industry, accounting, and/or crypto is highly valued. Understanding of blockchain technology and crypto mechanics; experience with block explorers is a plus. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, large data sets); SQL or Python exposure is a bonus. Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems is helpful. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills. Excellent communicator with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams. Organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment. Why Join Us
Impact from Day One : Step into a newly created role designed to support a growing business line. Innovation Meets Accounting : Work at the forefront of finance, combining traditional accounting with emerging digital assets. Collaborative Culture : Join a team where curiosity, initiative, and cross-functional partnership are valued. Professional Growth : Expand your expertise in crypto and blockchain while applying your accounting skills to a new frontier. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and General Business
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