Accounting Manager, Avalanche Foundation (Contract)
"What You'll Be Doing"
About This Role
The role initially focuses on investments and financial reporting, but will increasingly shift toward digital asset accounting as you build relevant knowledge and experience. Prior digital asset experience isn't required — strong accounting judgement, curiosity and willingness to learn are what matter most.
What You'll Be Doing
Manage accounting for a portfolio of investments, including fund interests, private equity, loans and other financial instruments as applicable
Review investment agreements to determine accounting treatment, recognition, classification and measurement, escalating significant judgements to the Financial Controller
Maintain investment registers and supporting schedules covering commitments, capital calls, distributions, income, disposals and outstanding balances
Prepare and review valuations, fair value movements, impairment assessments and supporting documentation, working with investment teams, fund administrators and external specialists
Reconcile investment records against statements and the general ledger, investigate discrepancies, and prepare portfolio reporting and financial statement disclosures
Coordinate assigned areas of the monthly, quarterly and annual close, preparing and reviewing journals, reconciliations and supporting schedules
Support group reporting, intercompany reconciliations, consolidation and preparation of financial statements under the applicable reporting framework, including IFRS
Prepare analysis for management and board reporting, explaining material movements and accounting judgements clearly
Act as a key point of contact for external auditors on assigned areas, providing complete working papers and resolving queries promptly
Strengthen accounting policies, documentation and review controls, and improve processes to support a growing and evolving organisation
Work closely with finance, investment, legal and operational colleagues to ensure transactions are understood and recorded accurately
Review work prepared by other team members where assigned, offering constructive guidance and maintaining clear ownership of deadlines
Build practical knowledge of digital assets, blockchain transactions, wallets, custody arrangements, staking and decentralised finance
Progressively take on responsibility for digital asset reconciliations, transaction analysis and accounting alongside experienced colleagues
Help assess the accounting treatment of token investments, token receipts and other digital asset arrangements, documenting the substance of transactions
Contribute to improvements in digital asset accounting systems, data quality, valuation processes and controls as this becomes a core focus of the role
What We're Looking For
Qualified accountant with a recognised designation such as ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent
Demonstrated experience in investment accounting, fund accounting or financial reporting for investment portfolios, in practice or industry
Strong understanding of financial instruments, fair value measurement and financial reporting under IFRS or a comparable framework
Experience managing close deliverables, preparing or reviewing reconciliations and working papers, and supporting external audits
Strong Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret agreements and explain complex accounting matters clearly
A proactive, collaborative approach, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing deadlines with appropriate independence
A clear interest in learning digital asset accounting and developing into a role with a substantial digital asset focus
Bonus Points
Exposure to private investments, alternative funds, complex investment structures or group consolidation
Experience with IFRS, NetSuite or accounting process improvements
Familiarity with blockchain, digital assets or specialist crypto accounting platforms, though not required
Salary Range
USD 9,000 - 10,000 per month
About Avalanche
Avalanche is a high-performance blockchain platform empowering developers to build and deploy robust decentralized applications and custom blockchain networks. We are dedicated to creating an open, programmable, and interconnected financial landscape, offering unparalleled speed, security, and scalability. Our mission is to accelerate the global transition to a decentralized future, providing foundational technology that enables new economic models and vibrant digital ecosystems. At Avalanche, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We embrace bold ideas and encourage our diverse, globally distributed team to push the boundaries of what's possible in blockchain technology. Our work environment thrives on intellectual curiosity and a shared passion for creating impactful solutions that redefine traditional systems. We believe in empowering our people to take ownership and contribute significantly from day one. Joining Avalanche means becoming part of a pioneering team at the forefront of digital innovation. We offer unique opportunities for professional growth, allowing you to contribute to a transformative technology with real-world impact. If you are driven by challenges, passionate about decentralized systems, and eager to shape the future of finance and beyond, we invite you to explore a career with us and help build the next generation of the internet.
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Avalanche's official website and follow their application process.