Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

It's rare that a new asset class is born. Nevertheless, we're witnessing exactly that with the rise of crypto. Over just the last few years, since Bitwise was founded, crypto has evolved from an embryonic $50B market to a growing $3T+ juggernaut. At Bitwise, we believe that crypto has reached a turning point, and is headed north of $10T over the next few years.

This is an exciting moment for Bitwise as a firm. For eight years, we have established a track record of excellence managing a broad suite of index and active solutions across ETFs, separately managed accounts, private funds, institutional staking, and hedge fund strategies. This year, we crossed $15B in client assets and are growing quickly. Thousands of financial advisors, family offices, and institutional investors partner with Bitwise to understand and access the opportunities in crypto. We are known for providing unparalleled client support through expert research and commentary, a nationwide client team of crypto specialists, and deep access to the crypto ecosystem.

Currently, Bitwise is a close-knit team of 100+ global professionals. Think of us as a mix of an asset manager and a tech start-up. We're backed by some of the most accomplished investors in venture capital and veterans of the financial services world. We love working together, we love what we do, and we're excited about what's ahead.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Finance team and play a key role in managing daily operations. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Accounting, you will oversee day-to-day accounting functions, including month-end close activities, and serve as a primary point of contact for employee, vendor, and third-party inquiries. You will also support new accounting system integrations and contribute to growth initiatives from an accounting compliance perspective.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the month-end and quarter-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Work on monthly journal entries for fair market value of Digital Assets and Fund Investments for month-close
• Collaborate with the team to ensure accurate accruals, month-end close activities, and financial reporting related schedules
• Manage bank reconciliations and other balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies, if any
• Support audits (external and internal), including preparation of schedules and responding to auditor requests
• Liaise with tax consultants for periodic federal, state tax and VAT payments
• Support preparation of monthly recharges and invoicing to subsidiaries
• Support special projects and evolving business needs as requested (e.g., occasional assistance with general ledger schedule preparation and maintenance, including accruals, prepaids, and statutory liability schedules like 401(k) and taxes)
• Provide support during financial audits, including the preparation of audit schedules and other such related tasks along with timely responses to audit queries
• Work closely with global accounting teams for accounting or related tasks

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of Accounting / Finance experience supporting month- and quarter-end close activities, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Excellent communication skills and timely responsiveness
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Eagerness to learn and take ownership of assigned tasks
• Familiarity with accounting software or willingness to learn (e.g., NetSuite, Ramp)
• Basic Excel or spreadsheet skills
• Flexible hours, with occasional Eastern Time (EST) overlap a few days a week (notice given in advance)
• Experience in financial services, asset management, or fintech/crypto is a plus
• Exposure to system implementations or process automation is a plus
• Experience working in a high-growth or startup environment is a plus

What We Offer:

• Compensation: $100,000 - $115,000 + Equity
• Equity compensation as a component of all offers
• Health insurance, including dental and vision plans
• Health, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life insurance; short- and long-term disability plans
• Company-funded 401(k) plan, no matching required
• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid company-wide holidays
• Company-wide winter break for most roles
• Office spaces in San Francisco, New York, and London
• Meals and snacks provided in office
• Paid company cell phone or stipend
• Bitwise "Buddy" Program (30-day new-hire success program)
• Annual anniversary gifts
• Company-wide events including annual holiday party
• Internal Women of Bitwise (WOB) group with fun events

Our Values:

At Bitwise, we believe that our success is a direct reflection of the people who power it. Our work is guided by a core set of values that define how we collaborate, innovate, and serve our clients. We don't just hire for skill; we hire for a shared commitment to the principles below.

Create 'a ha' moments

Move fast, with informed rationale

Ask "What would the client want?"

Show gratitude

Your Interview Process:

Our interview process ensures the best fit for both you and Bitwise, and we strive to make each step valuable, insightful, and efficient.

1. Recruiter Interview
2. Hiring Manager Interview
3. Meeting the Team
4. Work Sample
5. References
6. Offer!

Bitwise is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team of people with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. It is the policy of Bitwise to ensure equal opportunity. All candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Please note that we do not sponsor visas for persons without work authorization in the United States. This role is for full-time employees only (no B2B or contractors). Thank you!