Finance & Accounting Manager

Position Overview

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Zerion is seeking a dynamic Finance & Accounting Manager to drive financial excellence, streamline accounting processes, and ensure robust compliance. This role involves collaboration with external accounting teams, managing fiat and crypto payments, maintaining financial models, and driving budgeting and forecasting. The position is key to enhancing internal controls and supporting strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and oversee external accounting firms managing US fiat and crypto accounting.
• Manage the full cycle of incoming and outgoing payments (both fiat & crypto), ensuring prompt processing and reconciliation.
• Maintain and refine a financial model and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Configure QuickBooks and develop key financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish and oversee internal audit procedures to enhance financial controls and risk management.
• Configure, optimize, and manage the Stripe ecosystem to automate invoice issuance and efficiently address customer payment inquiries.
• Oversee the budgeting process, ensuring efficient cost management and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Prepare financial due diligence materials and support fundraising initiatives as needed.
• Ensure adherence to local and international regulatory requirements, especially considering the evolving regulatory landscape for web3 and crypto-related activities.
• Follow up with business units to ensure cost budgets are adhered to.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in finance, including accounting, accounts payable/receivable management, financial modeling, working with financial software, invoicing, and budgeting.
• Good understanding of U.S GAAP/IFRS.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks.
• Experience managing incoming/outgoing payments, invoicing, and addressing customer payment queries.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail, ensuring data accuracy and insightful financial reporting.
• Proactive in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to streamline financial processes.

Bonus Points

• Experience in crypto accounting.
• Experience in treasury management to maintain liquidity and financial stability.
• Proficiency in crypto subledgers (Breezing, Cryptio, Integral, etc.).
• A Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA).
• Hands-on experience with configuring, optimizing, and managing the Stripe ecosystem.

Interview Process

1. Screening Call (30 minutes): Discuss expectations, motivation, and interest in the role.
2. Hiring Manager Call (45 minutes): Assess fit for the position and team.
3. Tech Interview (60 minutes): Evaluate financial and compliance expertise, accounting knowledge, and payment management abilities.
4. Founders Interview (60 minutes): Align on values, vision, and team dynamics.
5. Reference Check: Verify professional background.

Company Overview

Zerion is experiencing phenomenal growth, with key metrics showing remarkable year-over-year progress compared to 2023:

• Daily Active Users (DAW): Increased by 1.6x
• Number of Transactions: Surged by 5x
• Transacting Wallets: Doubled (2x)
• Total Fee Revenue: Tripled (3x)

Our API is scaling rapidly, showcasing its critical role in the ecosystem:

• 3.3 billion requests processed in 2024.
• Achieved steady monthly revenue.

Our culture is characterized by strong team engagement and impressive retention, reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive. You will collaborate with driven and intelligent individuals.