Location: Luxembourg, Luxembourg (Office)
On-Site | Full-time
Compensation: €100K - €140K
We are hiring on behalf of our client who is a leading, regulated cryptocurrency exchange with a global presence across Asia, Europe, and the United States, they are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Accounting / Treasury Manager. This organization holds the distinction of being one of the first exchanges licensed to operate across multiple major jurisdictions and functions as a financial institution regulated by the CSSF in Luxembourg.
The successful candidate will lead the finance function for the European entity, ensuring the integrity, transparency, and efficiency of financial operations within a highly regulated environment. This role is designed for a leader who can build trust, motivate a team, and enhance processes to support a rapidly growing business in the revolutionary blockchain industry.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Strategy
- Lead the regional Finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Ensure all internal and external deadlines are met while maintaining high standards of financial control.
- Cooperate with global offices to ensure transparency and alignment on financial matters at a group level.
- Participate in internal and global projects to coordinate processes across the wider corporate group.
Financial Management & Controls
- Oversee financial accounting, including revenue accounting, accounts payable, month-end, and year-end closings.
- Prepare, analyze, and control internal and external financial statements.
- Manage Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Evaluate and implement systems to drive automation and operational efficiency.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Collaborate with Operations and Compliance teams to ensure controlled and effective client asset safeguarding.
- Assist in the timely filing of regulatory reports, including those required by the CSSF.
- Manage corporate tax requirements (both direct and indirect).
- Ensure strict adherence to regulations, best practices, and internal procedures.
Treasury & Stakeholder Relations
- Oversee treasury management, including bank account oversight and cash reconciliation.
- Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors to ensure timely audit completion.
- Provide timely escalations and reports to Management, the Board of Directors, and Group Head Office.
Requirements
Education & Certification
-
Qualified Accountant: Must hold ACA, ACMA, ACCA, CPA, or an equivalent professional qualification.
Experience & Knowledge
-
Industry Experience: At least five years of increasing responsibility in accounting or finance, preferably within regulated Financial Services (e.g., payment institutions or banks).
-
Technical Accounting: Hands-on experience with the full accounting cycle, from journal entry to reporting, including month-end and year-end closings.
-
Regulatory Standards: Strong knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP is required; familiarity with IFRS and US GAAP is highly advantageous.
-
Systems: Proficiency in MS Excel and experience utilizing modern accounting software.
-
Cultural Context: Experience working within Japanese multinationals or multicultural environments is a significant advantage.
Skills & Competencies
-
Languages: Professional proficiency in both English and Japanese is mandatory. Additional European languages are a plus.
-
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting to high-level stakeholders.
-
Attributes: Result-driven, hardworking, and able to remain calm under pressure. A natural problem-solver with a collaborative team-player mindset.
Additional Requirements
- Applicants must possess the legal right to work in Luxembourg.
- Due to the nature of the industry, the successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check (Bulletin n.3) prior to hiring.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary.
- Discretionary performance-based bonus.
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growth, revolutionary industry at the forefront of virtual currency and blockchain technology.