Job description
Working At Bitso
We are a diverse team that takes pride in understanding the perspectives of others. We fully embrace working remotely and we are eager to act, improve and accelerate progress inside and outside of our organization.
To drive revolutionary changes in society and make crypto useful, we delight our customers with world-class products, deep care, and intentional empathy.
Your Purpose
We’re looking for a Senior Corporate Controller to play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of a fast-growing, global crypto company. As the leader overseeing accounting, tax, and financial operations across multiple entities and jurisdictions, you’ll have the opportunity to drive key strategic decisions, streamline processes, and collaborate with a talented, cross-functional team. With a focus on scalability and efficiency, this is your chance to make a significant impact on the company’s long-term success in an exciting and rapidly evolving industry. If you’re passionate about crypto and have a strong track record in corporate finance, we want to hear from you!
Reports To
SVP of Finance
Who You Are
- 12+ years of experience in accounting, tax, and consolidation of entities across multiple jurisdictions and currencies, ideally in a public company. Experience in procurement and accounts payable & receivable management is a plus.
- 8+ years of experience leading diverse, cross-functional teams across multiple locations, fostering collaboration and effective communication in a global environment.
- In-depth knowledge of financial close processes and month-end/year-end closing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in reporting.
- Expertise in IFRS reporting standards, as well as local accounting standards, including Mexican NIF, ideally with a comprehensive understanding of region-specific regulations and compliance requirements.
- Experience in crypto accounting or tax operations.
- Proven track record leading internal and external audits, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Strong expertise in setting up and enforcing internal controls, and improving financial processes.
- Extensive experience in international tax laws, including transfer pricing, intercompany agreements, and tax compliance across diverse regulatory environments.
- Experience with U.S. tax matters for investors, such as K-1s, PFIC, and CFC issues, is a plus.
- Proven experience in implementing and customizing ERP systems, particularly NetSuite, in a multi-jurisdictional context.
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring the accuracy of financial data and reports, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity.
- Strong track record and passion for building, managing, mentoring, and inspiring teams, with the ability to influence peers and lead cross-functional initiatives. Able to assert ideas, gain support, and mobilize action across departments.
- Proven ability to collaborate with executive teams and department heads to align financial operations with business goals.
- Ability to adapt to the fast-paced, ever-evolving nature of the crypto industry, staying ahead of regulatory changes.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in complex cross-border financial matters, and a proven ability to thrive in dynamic, high-pressure environments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to senior management, external stakeholders, and auditors.
- Sets a benchmark for ethical conduct, maintaining the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
Note: Deep experience in Mexico is essential, given Bitso’s primary operations in the country. Familiarity with financial regulations and tax compliance in Brazil, Argentina, and Colombia would be highly valued.
What You Will Do
- Oversee the accounting and financial reporting for all entities across multiple jurisdictions and currencies.
- Oversee the financial consolidation process for all entities, preparing consolidated financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Lead the financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate month-end of financial records, presenting variance analysis to senior management.
- Ensure that financial data is accurate and complete, regularly reviewing reports and financial statements for discrepancies and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Coordinate and oversee tax filings and compliance, ensuring timely submission of tax returns for all operating entities.
- Monitor and manage tax planning strategies, including transfer pricing, intercompany agreements, and international tax compliance.
- Develop and implement an optimal tax structure for the company’s next 10 years of operations, in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
- Oversee accounts payable and procurement processes, ensuring the implementation of efficient and streamlined workflows.
- Lead group audit, collaborating with auditors to ensure accurate reporting and addressing any audit findings, as well as regulatory audits.
- Ensure the optimization of the ERP system.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to define the optimal structure for new products, considering accounting, tax, and fund flow aspects.
- Partner with the Engineering team to ensure the automation of new revenue lines.
- Build trusted relationships with key cross-functional business partners and stakeholders at the highest levels of the organization to ensure collaboration and deep understanding of the business.
- Mentor and manage a team of accounting and finance professionals, fostering professional development and promoting a collaborative and efficient work environment.
Research in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion suggests that individuals may hesitate to apply for jobs if they do not meet all the listed criteria. At Bitso, we value diversity and your unique strengths could be just what we’re looking for. If this role excites you but you don’t match every point in the description, we still want to hear from you.
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Who We Are
With over 9 million users, Bitso is the leading cryptocurrency platform in Latin America. We are developing the cryptocurrency ecosystem in the region and enabling financial inclusion. We believe crypto is the future of finance, and we’re committed to making it useful by providing equal access to safe and intuitive financial products.
When we hire people for our team, we specifically test for the following traits in addition to our cultural values:
Mission-Driven: We seek individuals who are passionate about crypto and Bitso’s mission and resilient in facing industry challenges
High Sense of Urgency: We prioritize candidates who demonstrate a high sense of urgency and responsibility.
Exceptional Hard Skills: We seek individuals who possess exceptional skills in their respective fields, with no room for mediocrity.
Self-Management: We look for individuals who can independently manage their work, career, and professional development.
Compensation & Benefits
At Bitso, you are taking the front seat on the edge of crypto innovation, creating the next generation of crypto-powered products.
So for those willing to commit, adapt and pioneer the most important change of the century we offer:
- Me Time program, including unlimited paid time off.
- Remote-first work environment.
- Employee Stock Option program.
- Zero trading fees through our Bitso Alpha app.
- Extended Family Leave Policy: all birthing parents, non-birthing parents and adopting parents are eligible for a 4-months leave.
- Premium health, dental and life insurances in Mexico, Gibraltar, Colombia, USA, Brazil and Argentina.
- Monthly stipend for gym memberships, relaxation activities, sports equipment, cooking classes, books, entertainment and more.
Want to leave an undoubtedly legacy with us? Fasten your seatbelt and join this spaceship, where you will find exponential growth and the opportunity to thrive!
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