Lead Accountant
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Job Description
Full time Paris
We are looking for a Lead Accountant to work with the Head of Finance to build out our accounting department. You will ensure that the company has accurate and timely financial reporting while implementing financial operating procedures across the organization. We need someone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and work both independently and as a leader.
Responsibilities
Unified Financial Systems & IFRS Transition:
Lead the integration of disparate ERP systems and the consolidation of individual charts of accounts across our entities into a unified framework. Oversee the transition from local GAAP to IFRS ensuring consistent accounting policies across all entities
Financial Reporting & Process Management:
Oversee monthly quarterly and yearend close processesincluding fiat and crypto ledgerswhile managing and optimizing accounts payable expense reimbursements and accounts receivable functions for accurate timely reporting
Audit Coordination & Digital Asset Oversight:
Collaborate with external auditors to ensure audit readiness manage digital asset reporting and reconciliations and implement robust financial controls and policies
Process Improvement & Team Leadership:
Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency improvements and mentor the accounting team to build a scalable and highperforming department
Requirements
Masters degree in Accounting Finance or a related field
5 years of accounting experience acquired in Big 4 accounting firm and/or BtoB software company
Proven expertise in multientity operations including: transitioning from local GAAP to IFRS and consolidating financial statements across diverse entities
Deep understanding of accounting principles GAAP and IFRS
Experience overseeing AP AR and expense reimbursement functions
Familiarity with crypto accounting and the unique challenges of crypto flows
Excellent analytical problemsolving and communication skills
Proven leadership skills with a proactive handson approach in a fastpaced dynamic environment
Fluency in English (mandatory) and French (preferred)
NicetoHave
Experience leading financial audits in partnership with external auditors
Experience with accounting software (e.g. Netsuite Xero or similar) implementation
CPA DSCG or similar certification
About Kiln:
Kiln is the leading enterprisegrade rewards platform that enables institutional customers to stake assets and integrate staking & DeFi functionality into their offerings. Our APIfirst platform provides fully automated validators staking & DeFi protocols access and comprehensive data and commission management.
With $13 billion in crypto assets staked through our platform Kiln has established a strong presence on Ethereum managing over 4.3 of the network through 45000 validators all with zero slashing events.
Kiln serves more than 140 leading customers including Binance BitPanda Bitgo Fireblocks VanEck and TrustWallet.
Our team of 85 ecosystem enthusiasts brings experience from industry leaders like Google Circle Ledger Chainalysis and other prominent technology and cryptocurrency companies.
Weve raised $30M in total funding from prominent investors including 1kx Crypto Illuminate Financial Consensys Wintermute Kraken Ventures...
Join Kiln and help us make the web more secure stable decentralized and fair!
How Kiln will support you:
A fastpaced bureaucracyfree work environment
Equity share options in the business: if Kiln succeeds we all succeed!
Competitive salary
Flexible holiday
Flexible remote working
Choose your IT equipment
Internet connection : 50/month
Significant personal development budget (books training)
Overseas tech conferences budget
Kiln is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds including women or persons with disabilities.
Your interview process
Our thorough process ensures the best fit for both you and Kiln and we strive to make each step valuable and efficient.
Recruiter Interview 45 min)
Takehome test < 3 hours)
Technical Interview 60 min)
Core Values Interview 45 min)
Founders Interview 30 min)
Offer!
Your personal information will be securely stored in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and will not be shared with external parties. We comply fully with GDPR regulations to protect your data and privacy.
Please note that we do not sponsor visas for persons without work authorization in your location. This role is for fulltime employees only (no B2B or contractors). Thank you!
Employment Type
Full-Time
