Finance Operations Director
About the Company:
Circle is a cutting-edge financial technology company operating in the realm of the burgeoning internet of money, making value transfer as seamless as digital data transfer globally, rapidly, and affordably compared to traditional settlement systems. This innovative foundation offers unprecedented prospects for payments, commerce, and markets, enriching global economic welfare and promoting inclusivity. Through our infrastructure, such as USDC, a blockchain-based dollar, we facilitate businesses, institutions, and developers to leverage these advancements and seize opportunities in the ever-evolving landscapes of money and technology.
Team Dynamics:
At Circle, transparency and consistency are central to our operational ethos. As we expand across the most robust jurisdictions globally, swiftness and effectiveness drive our accomplishments, guided by our core values: Multistakeholder, Mindfulness, Driven by Excellence, and High Integrity. Our workforce, known as Circlers, thrives in a virtual environment, uniting strengths to achieve collective triumphs. Embracing a diverse and flexible workspace, we foster a culture where novel ideas are embraced, and every individual is an integral part of the team.
Responsibilities:
Circle is currently seeking a seasoned leader to reinforce our Finance Operations team, assuming a pivotal role in designing and structuring an adaptable finance department to support the evolving scope of Circle within a maturing business climate. Collaborating closely with Finance and interdisciplinary teams, you will facilitate finance transformation, automation, and optimization of fundamental finance processes, global expansion, and facilitation of the product roadmap.
Key Duties Include:
- Spearheading operationalization of Finance transformation initiatives by collaborating with Finance, Engineering, Data, and Product departments.
- Supervising core finance process enhancement through collaboration with Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and FP&A teams.
- Establishing effective change management protocols, documentation, and training sessions to ensure seamless transitions during finance system launches.
- Partnering with the Product team and internationalization working groups to prepare finance operations for new legal entities and licensing activities.
- Aligning finance processes and system architecture to support global scalability as per the Company’s product roadmap and international expansion goals.
- Cultivating robust relationships with all stakeholders, including team members and leadership.
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Over 15 years of applicable experience in finance transformation initiatives.
- Background in Finance transformation in professional services, particularly in the tech industry.
- Profound grasp of Finance operations, internal controls, and financial systems.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills for effective cross-departmental collaboration.
- Strong change management capabilities and team leadership skills.
- Passion for enhancing processes and refining internal workflows.
- Meticulous attention to detail, analytical prowess, adept at multitasking, and adept at troubleshooting.
- Self-driven, attentive, and diligent in task completion.
- Dedication to enhancing value and continually seeking improvement opportunities both individually and as a collective.
- Comfortable operating in a dynamic environment that requires adaptability.
- Familiarity with Slack, Apple MacOS, and GSuite.
Additional Details:
- Immediate PERM sponsorship available for qualified candidates.
- Circle is devoted to building an inclusive financial future, underscored by transparency. Compensation packages are curated considering various factors including experience, skill set, qualifications, and organizational necessities.
- Initial salary range: $187,500 - $240,000
- Bonus target: 20%
- Additional perks: Equity & Benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)), generous paid time off policy.
- Circle is an equal opportunity employer appreciating diversity in all its forms without bias towards race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. E-Verify Program participation in specific locations may be mandatory. #LI-Remote
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