Financial Reporting Manager at FalconX

New City, New York, United States

FalconX Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cryptocurrency, Financial Services, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Active Certified Public Accountant
  • Big 4 accounting firm audit experience
  • Experience of 5+ years auditing a similar industry (Financial Services, Broker-Dealer etc.) and ideally exposure to trading. Digital asset experience is highly preferred
  • Broad technical accounting experience, expert knowledge of US GAAP reporting standards and its application; IFRS experience is a plus
  • Understanding of E2E trade flow

Responsibilities

  • Lead the preparation of all FalconX financial reporting including statements of cash flows, footnote disclosures etc
  • Design and implement industry leading practices around financial reporting and ensure a high level of internal controls to drive accuracy and timeliness of reporting
  • Partner with the FP&A team to bridge seamlessly between management reporting and US GAAP reporting and be able to discuss the differences with senior management
  • Perform technical research and prepare technical accounting memos for new products as well as existing portfolio and businesses
  • Work closely with product and trading teams and be prepared to defend accounting positions with senior management
  • Be a value add partner to the accounting team, communicating the details of new products and where applicable provide training on the accounting treatment
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for external financial statement auditors, coordinating all aspects of the audit process and discussing complex accounting issues
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, such as operations, legal, and engineering to gather information and address audit-related inquiries as needed
  • Lead process improvement initiatives, including leveraging AI technology tools to eliminate redundancies and improve the efficiency of the reporting process

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial ReportingExternal AuditTechnical AccountingInternal ControlsFootnote DisclosuresStatements of Cash FlowsGAAPSEC ReportingStakeholder ManagementAccounting Standards

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the main responsibilities of the Financial Reporting Manager role?

The role involves leading financial reporting preparation, designing best practices and internal controls, partnering with FP&A, performing technical research, working with product and trading teams, serving as the primary contact for external auditors, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading process improvements using AI tools.

What skills are needed to succeed in this position?

Success requires highly tuned skills in financial reporting, ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and relevant audit and accounting expertise.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Financial Reporting Manager position?

A strong candidate is results-driven, high-performing, with expertise in financial reporting, technical accounting, audit coordination, and the ability to build stakeholder relationships while supporting company growth.

FalconX

Institutional crypto trading platform for financial institutions

About FalconX

FalconX is an institutional crypto trading platform that simplifies the trading of digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum for financial institutions. It provides clear price discovery and efficient trade execution, allowing clients to trade without concerns about hidden fees. The platform is trusted by major financial institutions and offers tailored services such as trade execution, credit, and treasury management. FalconX aims to deliver a reliable and comprehensive trading experience for institutional investors in the digital asset market.

San Mateo, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$415.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options
Performance Bonus
Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition in crypto derivatives could pressure FalconX's profit margins.
Regulatory scrutiny may impact the adoption of FalconX's auto-liquidation service in APAC.
Expansion into FX market may lead to integration challenges and operational risks.

Differentiation

FalconX eliminates slippage and hidden fees using advanced data science techniques.
The platform is trusted by major financial institutions for its reliability and effectiveness.
FalconX offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored for institutional clients.

Upsides

Acquisition of Arbelos Markets strengthens FalconX's position in the crypto derivatives market.
Launch of auto-liquidation service enhances capital efficiency for APAC crypto miners.
New FX desk in London expands FalconX's service offerings into traditional markets.

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