Accounting Manager
"What You'll Be Doing"
About This Role
For positions based in Illinois, the annual base salary range is $132,000–$160,000 USD. Actual salaries may vary based on factors including an individual applicant's experience and qualifications; this range does not include equity or additional compensation such as bonuses or commissions.
What You'll Be Doing
Prepare and maintain the firm's FOCUS Report filings, including net capital computations and customer reserve calculations
Maintain the general ledger for the broker-dealer entity, including running month-end close, account reconciliations, and journal entries
Compute and monitor aggregate indebtedness ratios and net capital, escalating early warning thresholds to the CFO
Support financial reporting for Stock Loan and Stock Borrow activity, including matched-book profit and loss and liquidity treatment
Handle month-end accounting for digital asset positions, including mark-to-market valuations and custody reconciliations
Apply and document accounting policies for digital assets in line with evolving U.S. GAAP guidance
Reconcile on-chain and off-chain positions against custodian statements and internal trading system data
Provide accounting support for digital asset lending, repo, and collateral arrangements
Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements for broker-dealer and holding company entities
Support external auditors during annual financial statement audits
Maintain and improve internal control procedures, including segregation-of-duties documentation and reconciliation sign-off protocols
Participate in systems and process improvement initiatives
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA license or active candidacy strongly preferred
3–6 years of accounting experience, with exposure to broker-dealer accounting, financial services, or public accounting
Working knowledge of SEC Rules 15c3-1 and 15c3-3, FINRA financial reporting requirements, and FOCUS Report preparation
Proficiency in U.S. GAAP financial reporting
Strong Excel skills and experience with general ledger systems
High attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Strong knowledge of broker-dealer accounting standards, with interest in developing comparable proficiency in digital asset accounting frameworks
Ability to interpret and apply financial regulatory requirements and translate them into accurate financial records
Comfort working with large datasets and building reconciliation frameworks
Ability to clearly document and present accounting positions
Adaptability in a constantly evolving environment
Commitment to maintaining accuracy and independence in financial reporting
Bonus Points
Background in digital asset accounting
Experience supporting FINRA or SEC regulatory examinations
Familiarity with prime brokerage or cleared derivatives accounting
Exposure to Stock Loan/Stock Borrow accounting
Experience with intercompany accounting across multi-entity structures
Why Join Us
For positions based in Illinois, the annual base salary range is $132,000–$160,000 USD. Actual salaries may vary based on factors including an individual applicant's experience and qualifications; this range does not include equity or additional compensation such as bonuses or commissions.
Salary Range
USD 132,000 - 160,000 per year
About Ripple
At Ripple, we're building the future of value exchange through innovative blockchain and crypto solutions. As a leader in enterprise blockchain, we enable businesses to move money faster, more reliably, and at a lower cost than traditional financial systems. Our vision is a world where value flows as seamlessly as information, and we're achieving this by developing powerful, scalable distributed ledger technology (DLT) solutions like RippleNet and the XRP Ledger. We empower financial institutions, businesses, and developers to leverage the power of crypto for global payments, liquidity, and asset tokenization. Our culture in London is a dynamic blend of innovation, collaboration, and impact. We are a team of curious, entrepreneurial minds driven by a shared passion for Web3 and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with blockchain technology. We foster an environment that encourages bold ideas, continuous learning, and thoughtful problem-solving, all while maintaining a user-centric approach to our products and services. We believe in transparency, continuous improvement, and celebrating our collective successes. Joining Ripple means becoming part of a pioneering force in the blockchain industry. You'll work on cutting-edge projects with a global impact, contributing to initiatives that are redefining financial services. We offer an opportunity to shape the future of finance, collaborate with brilliant minds, and grow your career within a supportive and forward-thinking Web3 ecosystem. If you're ready to make a significant contribution to the decentralized economy and thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment, explore career opportunities with Ripple.
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Ripple's official website and follow their application process.