Manager, Accounting

Gemini•Seattle, NY

40d•Hybrid

About The Position

Gemini is looking to hire a dynamic accounting manager responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain compliance with GAAP and internal policies. This is a unique role with a broad remit across technical accounting, multiple locations, and day-to-day GL operations. You’ll be joining a rapidly growing and high-quality, established digital asset exchange that is regulated by the New York State Department of Financial Services and others globally. This appointment will be central to our continued scaling as an organization and efforts to increase transparency and public company reporting. This role will report directly to the Controller and be involved in key / high priority growth projects impacting the Finance department as well as the overall organization. This role is required to be in person twice a week at either our Seattle, WA, New York City, NY, or Miami, FL office.

Requirements

An undergraduate degree in accounting, economics, finance or related field
5-7 years of accounting experience
1+ year of experience managing a team of high performing individuals
Strong technical accounting skills; experience with digital assets or fintech a plus
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Proven track record of meeting deadlines and ownership of complex areas
Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced and changing financial environment with the demonstrated capacity for excellent judgment, communication, and negotiation skills
Outstanding interpersonal skills and relationship building abilities

Nice To Haves

Big 4 accounting firm experience is a plus
CPA strongly preferred
Strong technical accounting skills; experience with digital assets or fintech a plus

Responsibilities

Own the close process for assigned areas
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations and supporting schedules
Assist in analysis of technical accounting areas, particularly around digital assets and emerging guidance
Analyze fluctuations and trends in financial statement line items and provide insightful commentary
Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Legal, and Operations teams to support business initiatives and ensure proper accounting treatment
Support the preparation of audit schedules and coordinate with external auditors for annual financial statement audits and quarterly reviews
Contribute to SOX implementation and documentation of internal controls
Identify automation opportunities within the accounting function and work with the Finance Transformation team to streamline processes
Mentor staff and senior accountants and help build a high-performing team
Lead or support special projects as needed