Financial Controller - Remote Position at Xapo Bank

About the Role

We are seeking a talented Financial Controller to join our dynamic team at Xapo Bank. This is a Financial Controller remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in the world. As a key leader within our finance team, you will take full ownership of Xapo Bank’s financial reporting integrity. You will be directly responsible for the end-to-end preparation and analysis of our consolidated financial statements, ensuring they are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time.

What You'll Do

• Own the end-to-end preparation of our consolidated financial statements (IFRS & GAAP), ensuring the highest degree of accuracy and integrity.
• Lead all accounting operations, including efficient month-end and year-end close processes, to ensure timely and precise financial reporting.
• Design and maintain a robust internal control framework to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with all financial policies.
• Direct all regulatory reporting, ensuring accurate and timely submissions to financial authorities, and proactively adapt practices to evolving regulations.
• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, driving a seamless and efficient annual audit process from planning through to completion.
• Drive all tax planning and compliance activities, with a special focus on navigating the complexities of cryptocurrency tax implications.
• Drive the continuous improvement of financial systems and processes, leveraging NetSuite to enhance reporting capabilities and streamline operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; fully qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or equivalent certification preferred.
• Proven working experience as a Controller with a minimum of 5 years of leading an accounting function.
• Proven track record in financial management with a focus on crypto accounting.
• Proficiency in NetSuite is essential.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency accounting principles.
• Proven experience in financial reporting and extensive experience in regulatory reporting and compliance.
• Proven experience leading the external audit process.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Nice to Have

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Experience in a fintech, Banking (Financial Services) or crypto banking environment.
• Familiarity with international financial regulations and compliance related to cryptocurrency.
• Advanced Excel skills.

What We Offer

• Work from anywhere, impact everywhere.
• Great work-life balance with flexible PTO.
• Yearly budget for individual learning and development goals.
• Collaborate, learn, and grow with a high-performance team.
• Shape the future through cutting-edge technology.