Accounting & Financial Reporting, Accountant
Austin, USA +2
Full time
Remote
Compensation is not specified
Role
Finance/Accounting
Description
Chainlink Labs, an innovative tech company in the blockchain industry, is in search of a Financial Accounting and Reporting Accountant to join its dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial reporting, managing statutory audits, implementing internal controls, and developing accounting policies. The successful candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in similar roles and a strong grasp of US GAAP, specifically ASC 606, to ensure accurate month-end closings for multiple entities. This role involves collaborating with various teams and proactively enhancing processes.
Objectives of this Role
- Develop a thorough understanding of the company's financial reporting processes and internal controls to ensure precise and timely month-end closing.
- Effectively oversee statutory audits in relevant jurisdictions to comply with regulatory requirements and deadlines.
- Lead the setup and execution of accounting policies and internal control procedures to enhance financial reporting efficiency and accuracy.
- Within the first year:
- Cultivate strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and collaboration in financial reporting.
- Take charge of the financial reporting function, assisting in intricate accounting transactions and supporting the broader finance team on internal control and accounting policy matters.
Skills & Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience of 2+ years in a similar role, showcasing self-motivation and autonomy.
- Proficiency in designing, evaluating, and monitoring internal controls.
- Solid understanding of US GAAP, particularly ASC 606, with exposure to other accounting standards.
- Ability to manage statutory audits for multiple entities while meeting regulatory deadlines.
- Capable of collaborating effectively with internal teams like Tax, FP&A, Legal, and HR.
- Experience with ASC 606 and preparation of consolidated financial statements under US GAAP.
- Strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset towards process improvement.
- CPA certification or progressing towards it or equivalent qualification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to financial reporting under IFRS.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and process enhancement using systems.
- Experience working with SAAS or Web3 Companies.
- Knowledge of executing DeFi transactions in the blockchain sector.
- Interest and enthusiasm for the dynamic blockchain industry.
Skills Required
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Chainlink
Website
chain.linkCompany size
Not specified
Location
United States
Description
Chainlink is supported by world-class developers, academics, and business experts who are building oracle infrastructure to power the next generation of smart contracts.