Accounting Manager

About Canton FoundationThe Canton Foundation’s mission is to foster the development and growth of the Global Synchronizer in the Canton Network and facilitate its governance. The Foundation provides transparency and member engagement in decisions made by the operators (Super Validators) of the Global Synchronizer to ensure a reliable, fair, and trusted service for the Canton Network. Blockchain applications in the Canton Network can use the Global Synchronizer to enable atomic transactions across sovereign blockchains without sacrificing privacy or control. About the RoleCanton Foundation is hiring an Accounting Manager to help manage the Foundation's day-to-day accounting and finance operations, including its relationship with the Foundation's outsourced accounting firm. You will own key financial workflows including accounts receivable, accounts payable, crypto & fiat payment tracking, and prepare a monthly reporting package. You will own finance infrastructure and support the Foundation's audit process. You will operate as a hands-on contributor, balancing routine transactional work with process improvement, and will be a key point of contact for the Foundation's finance operations as the organization scales. Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the Foundation's primary point of contact for the Foundation's outsourced accounting firm, coordinating monthly deliverables, deadlines, and information requestsReview the accounting firm's monthly close, including crypto and fiat journal entries, account and bank reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, trial balance tie-outs and overall financial analysisSupport day-to-day finance operations, including maintaining accurate financial records, owning the monthly close process and compliance checklistManage and maintain Bitwave for crypto transaction tracking, wallet onboarding, and categorization rules, partnering with the accounting firm on month-to-month balance checks and reconciliation of digital asset activityExecute and monitor cryptocurrency transactions across custody and exchange platforms, and support oversight of crypto and fiat treasury positions to help manage liquidityOwn the accounts receivable (AR) process end-to-end, including invoicing, tracking outstanding balances, and following up on collectionsSupport the Foundation's external annual audit process Track payments and payment status across the organization, maintaining clear records of what has been paid, what is outstanding, and what is upcoming. Manage the Foundation's accounts payable workflow in Bill.com, including invoice processing, approvals, and payment execution.Administer the Foundation's corporate card program and policy complianceReconcile corporate card and expense activity on a monthly basis, flagging discrepancies and ensuring timely close-outHelp enforce accounting policies and internal control procedures aligned with GAAPManage the Foundation's payroll processPartner with the CFO and the accounting firm on ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed About You4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) and an in-house accounting manager or senior accountant roleBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's a plus); active CPA license strongly preferredDirect experience managing the accounting function for a crypto or Web3 organization, including leading monthly, quarterly, and annual close processesHands-on experience executing and reconciling cryptocurrency transactions across multiple platforms, and managing crypto and fiat treasury positionsExperience developing and enforcing accounting policies and internal controls aligned with GAAPExperience reviewing or overseeing monthly close and bookkeeping work Working knowledge of QuickBooks Online (or a comparable general ledger system), with the ability to review journal entries, reconciliations, and trial balances Hands-on experience with Bitwave or similar crypto/digital asset accounting tools; comfort with blockchain-based transactions and wallet activity is a strong plusExperience with Bill.com or comparable AP and expense management platformsExperience supporting external audits and working directly with auditorsHighly organized and detail-oriented, comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy in a remote, fast-paced environmentClear, proactive communicator who can work cross-functionally with the CFO, outside accountants, auditors, and vendorsBonus: prior audit experience at a Big 4 or national accounting firmBonus: experience working with a foundation, nonprofit, or multi-entity organizational structure What Success Looks LikeThe Foundation's books are accurate, current, and consistently reconciled, with monthly close and bookkeeping work reviewed and validated on a regular cadenceBitwave and digital asset records are fully reconciled and audit-ready at all timesAccounts receivable is tracked closely, with outstanding balances collected in a timely mannerPayments are tracked accurately end-to-end, with clear visibility into what has been paid, what is outstanding, and what is upcomingThe monthly reporting package and budget-vs-actuals are accurate, delivered on timeExpenses coded correctly, cards reconciled monthly, and policy compliance maintainedThe CFO has a reliable, detail-oriented partner they can depend on for the Foundation's day-to-day finance operations How We’ll Support You*Competitive compensation packageFlexible time off policyCompany-issued equipmentLearning and Development programs *As Canton Foundation is a remote company hiring candidates around the world, perks and benefit packages may adjust based on location. The Canton Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace that values inclusion, professionalism, and mutual respect. Employment decisions are made based on job-related qualifications, including education, experience, skills, performance, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. The Canton Foundation prohibits discrimination or harassment in any aspect of employment. This includes discrimination based on race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Compliance with this policy is a shared responsibility of all employees.