Strategic Finance Associate

Strategic Finance AssociateThe Monad Foundation is a team of dedicated ecosystem and community builders who are on a mission to massively grow the impact of decentralized tech. We believe that the Monad blockchain--the performant and parallel EVM Layer 1--will help decentralized apps eat the world.The RoleThe Monad Foundation is looking for a Strategic Finance Associate to play a critical role in overseeing the financial health and operational efficiency of the Monad Foundation. You'll report to our Director of Finance and work cross-functionally to help manage day-to-day financial operations, support strategic projects, and build the systems we need as we scale. If you are someone who has the following attributes, then this role is for you:Strong work ethicHunger to understand financial aspects of a startupSuperstar spreadsheet skillsComfort with financial statements and basic accounting principlesSolid interest in web3Propensity for taking the initiative and getting things done proactivelyThis role will be based in the New York office (hybrid).What You Will DoAnalyze financial results and track performance vs. budget to provide insights and recommendations to managementIndependently maintain operating model, continually incorporating strategic plans for the organizationPerform ad hoc analyses of different financial trends, deep diving into specific areas of interestManage cash flow and optimize working capital by managing expenses, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payrollHelp track and manage treasury, including fiat and crypto holdingsPartner with external accounting advisors and vendors to ensure accurate and compliant accounting and reportingWho You AreRequirements2-4 years of finance experience gained through working in client services (e.g., investment banking, management consulting, etc.), corporate finance, or bothPrevious experience building an operational budget, analyzing performance, and reporting on budget varianceHighly proficient in Google Sheets and/or ExcelUnderstanding of accounting principles and financial operations, including monthly close processesGenuinely curious about crypto / web3 with an openness to learning new tools and frameworksNice to HavesComfort with financial tech stack (e.g., QuickBooks, Ramp, Cryptio, Deel, etc.)Prior professional experience in crypto / web3Why Work with UsChallenging problems. You'll tackle deeply complex and technically demanding problems, with autonomy and impact.Endless Opportunity for Impact. The Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) standard is ubiquitous, but existing EVM-compatible chains are slow and bandwidth-constrained. Monad's core innovations offer developers and founders the best of both worlds (portability and performance) and are a game-changer to power global on-chain finance.The right team. You'll be part of a world class team, who are exceptional and highly-motivated.Culture. We're a lean team working together to achieve very ambitious goals. We are united in our culture of collaboration, low ego, and high-quality output.Strong Ecosystem. The broader Monad ecosystem has attracted support from leading investors, builders and long-term contributors.