Who We Are:
Alpaca is a US California headquartered brokerage infrastructure technology company and self-clearing broker-dealer, delivering execution and custody solutions for Stocks, ETFs, Options, Cryptocurrencies, and more, and has raised over $170 million in funding. Amongst our subsidiaries, Alpaca is a licensed financial services company in multiple countries, and we serve hundreds of financial institutions globally such as broker-dealers, investment advisors, hedge funds, and crypto exchanges.
Alpaca’s globally distributed team members bring in diverse experiences such as engineers, traders, and brokerage professionals to achieve our Mission of opening financial services to everyone on the planet. We are also deeply committed to open-source contributions and fostering a vibrant community. We will continue to enhance and improve our award-winning developer-friendly API and the infrastructure behind it.
Our Team Members:
We’re a team of 150+ globally distributed members who love working from our favorite places worldwide. Our team spans the USA, Canada, Japan, Hungary, Nigeria, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and more!
We’re looking for candidates eager to join Alpaca’s growing organization, who are excited about our Mission of “Open financial services to everyone on the planet and share our Values of “Stay Curious,” “Have Empathy,” and “Be Accountable.”
Position Summary:
The Controller will manage all accounting, financial reporting, and finance-related compliance functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and integrity in all financial aspects of our operations. This role is pivotal to shaping and implementing financial strategies in alignment with the growth of our Crypto business. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of traditional financial expertise and a strong understanding of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Oversee all financial transactions, including crypto assets, and ensure compliance with both internal policies and external regulations.
- Coordinate with external auditors for year-end audits and regulatory reporting.
- Manage and optimize the accounting processes related to cryptocurrency transactions, including digital asset reconciliation.
- Own the accounts receivable and general ledger functions, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping.
- Design and implement internal controls to mitigate financial risks.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to provide insights on financial performance and strategic initiatives.
- Support the budgeting and forecasting process, integrating metrics specific to the crypto industry.
- Serve as a primary liaison between finance and other departments, providing guidance on crypto asset accounting, financial implications, and compliance.
- Partner with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to emerging regulatory frameworks and policies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
- An advanced understanding of GAAP is a plus, as is familiarity with crypto accounting practices and standards. Knowledge of IFRS is also a plus.
- 7+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with a minimum of 3 years in a management-level role (experience in crypto, fintech, or technology sector preferred).
- Proficiency in accounting software (Sage Intacct a plus); experience with blockchain-based financial tools is highly desirable.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and adapt to evolving industry regulations.
- Competitive Salary & Stock Options
- Benefits: Health benefits start on day 1. In the US this includes Medical, Dental, Vision. In Canada, this includes supplemental health care. Internationally, this includes a stipend value to offset medical costs.
- New Hire Home-Office Setup: One-time USD $500
- Monthly Stipend: USD $150 per month via a Brex Card
- Work with awesome hard working people, super smart and cool clients and innovative partners from around the world
Alpaca is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
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Alpaca's mission is to unlock asset management for the people. We are a technology company that modularizes the world’s asset management activities. Alpaca’s products enable anyone to build and connect applications and algorithms to buy and sell stocks with zero commissions. We believe that everyone should have fair access to financial markets, regardless of who we are or where we are from. *Securities are offered through Alpaca Securities LLC (alpaca.markets)*
