Overview
The Interim Crypto Accountant is responsible for managing and reconciling cryptocurrency transactions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements related to digital assets. This role supports the Finance department by tracking crypto asset movements, preparing journal entries, and assisting with audits involving blockchain-based transactions. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of both traditional and digital asset accounting principles. The work schedule may be sporadic and fluctuate.
Responsibilities
- Serve in various capacities including Accounting Manager, Controller, or Project Manager for clients
- Reconcile cryptocurrency wallets, exchanges, and custodial accounts
- Prepare and record journal entries for crypto asset transactions
- Monitor and track digital asset valuations and market movements
- Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements for digital assets
- Assist with internal and external audits related to crypto holdings
- Develop and maintain documentation for crypto accounting processes
- Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure proper controls over digital assets
- Research and implement new accounting standards for cryptocurrencies
- Support month-end and year-end close processes involving digital assets
- Perform other duties as required
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Accounting, required
Experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional accounting experience
- At least two (2) years of direct experience in cryptocurrency or digital asset accounting, required
- Experience with cryptocurrency transactions and blockchain technology, required
- Public accounting or financial services experience preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred
Licenses/Certifications
Software Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, required
- Experience with crypto accounting software (e.g., Bitwave, CoinTracker) preferred
- Experience with general ledger systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks) preferred
Other Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with digital wallets, exchanges, and custody solutions
- Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure
- Team player with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Fast learner with ethical work habits
- Ability to adapt to evolving regulatory and technological environments
Compensation
Hourly rates vary by location and candidate qualifications, ranging from $40.00/hr to $70.00/hr. Specific ranges include:
- California: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- Cleveland: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- Colorado: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- Illinois: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- Maryland: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- Massachusetts: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- Minnesota: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- New Jersey: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- Washington: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- Washington DC: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
- Vermont: $40.00/hr - $70.00/hr
Individual salaries are determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
Location
Multiple locations including California, Cleveland, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York City/Long Island/Westchester, Washington, Washington DC, and Vermont.
Equal Opportunity
The employer is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.