BitGo is the leading infrastructure provider of digital asset solutions, offering custody, wallets, staking, trading, financing and settlement out of regulated cold storage. Founded in 2013, BitGo is the first digital asset company to focus exclusively on serving institutional clients. BitGo is dedicated to advancing a digital financial services economy that is borderless and accessible 24/7. With multiple Trust companies around the world, BitGo is the preferred security and operational backbone for more than 1,500 institutional clients in 50 countries, including many of the world’s top brands, cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms. BitGo also secures approximately 20% of all on-chain Bitcoin transactions by value and is the largest independent digital asset custodian. For more information, please visit www.bitgo.com.

The Controller for Prime Financial Services will be responsible for overseeing the accounting, financial reporting, and internal control functions for the company's trading, lending, borrowing and related financial activities. In this role, the Controller will ensure that the organization’s crypto trading, lending operations are compliant with financial regulations, accurately recorded, and properly reported. This role will also involve close collaboration with the risk management, legal, and compliance teams to ensure the proper tracking and governance of crypto assets. The Controller will support senior management in driving strategic decisions related to Prime financial services while ensuring best practices in financial reporting and regulatory compliance. This role will require being full-time onsite at our Palo Alto office to support collaborative team dynamics and innovative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the daily accounting of all cryptocurrency trades, purchases, and sales, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger.
  • Prepare and review accurate and timely financial statements for crypto trading activities, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and industry-specific regulations.
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies specific to crypto trading, including the treatment of digital assets, valuation methodologies, and recognition of trading gains and losses.
  • Oversee the accurate reporting of unrealized gains/losses and ensure proper consolidation of crypto asset holdings across trading platforms and wallets.
  • Develop and implement robust internal controls to ensure the accuracy and completeness of crypto trading records and financial statements.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant financial and regulatory reporting standards, including SEC (if applicable), IRS, FINRA, and local regulatory authorities, as well as emerging crypto-specific regulations (such as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) guidelines).
  • Collaborate with internal and external auditors during annual audits and ensure that crypto trading activities are subject to the same level of scrutiny as traditional financial operations.
  • Work with the compliance and legal teams to ensure that crypto trading activities adhere to Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and other regulatory requirements.
  • Work with senior management to develop and refine financial forecasts, budgets, and business plans for the company’s crypto trading operations.
  • Provide detailed analysis and reporting of crypto trading performance, including profit and loss analysis, transaction volume, and market trends.
  • Provide financial insights on new crypto trading strategies, partnerships, or initiatives, ensuring the company’s investments and trading activities are aligned with its financial goals.
  • Oversee the implementation and optimization of accounting and trading systems to ensure the accurate capture of crypto trading data.
  • Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies that enhance the tracking, reporting, and analysis of crypto trading activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, compliance, risk management, and operations, to ensure the seamless integration of financial reporting with business operations.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • CPA (Certified Public Accountant), Chartered Accountant (CA), or other relevant professional certifications preferred.
  • Advanced degree (MBA, M.S. in Accounting, or similar) is a plus.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting or financial reporting, with at least 2-3 years focusing on crypto assets, blockchain technology, or digital currency trading.
  • Strong experience in managing accounting for trading activities, including financial instruments, digital assets, and marketable securities.
  • Experience with cryptocurrency exchanges, trading platforms, and blockchain technology.
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements for digital assets and financial services, including tax and reporting requirements.
  • Proven experience working with external auditors and regulatory bodies in the context of crypto asset reporting.
  • Expertise in crypto accounting standards, valuation of digital assets, and treatment of crypto-related transactions under GAAP or IFRS.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data related to cryptocurrency markets and investments.
  • Familiarity with cryptocurrency exchanges (e.g., Binance, Coinbase, Kraken), wallets, and blockchain ledger systems.
  • Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, or similar) and blockchain-based accounting tools.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to the rapidly changing landscape of the crypto market.

Why Join BitGo?

Disrupting an industry takes vision, innovation, passion, technical chops, drive to deliver, collaboration, and execution. Join a team of great people who strive for excellence and personify our corporate values of ownership, craftsmanship, and open communication. We are looking for new colleagues who bring innovative ways of thinking and problem solving, and who want risks to be part of the team that changes the world’s financial markets.

Here are some of the benefits* of working at BitGo:

  • Competitive base salary, bonus and stock options
  • 100% company paid health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
  • Up to 4% 401k company match
  • Paid parental leave, Paid vacation
  • Free custom lunches, dinners and snacks 
  • Computer equipment and workplace furniture to suit your needs
  • Great colleagues and inspiring startup environment
  • *Benefits may vary based on location 

Cryptocurrencies are the most disruptive change the financial services industry has seen in years. Join us and you’ll be able to look back and say you were part of the team that transformed investing.

Pay Transparency Notice: Depending upon your leveling and location, the compensation for this role averages between $180,000 - $210,000 USD base salary. Equity, an annual performance bonus and the benefits outlined below are also a part of this role's package. 

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