Manager, Technical Accounting

Role This role involves researching technical accounting matters and drafting related position papers, providing input to and reviewing financial statements, standardizing policy and procedures, special projects, and interacting with external auditors and potentially regulators. Responsibilities Perform analysis and technical accounting research under US GAAP related to revenue recognition, strategic partnerships, accounting for digital asset and blockchain transactions, acquisitions, and other non‑routine transactions. Maintain accounting policies and procedures and partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to operationalize them. Ensure appropriate documentation of the accounting treatment of complex and judgmental transactions, including analysis, relevant literature, and conclusions. Support the review of the group’s consolidated financial statements, SEC filings, and statutory reporting by Circle’s global subsidiaries. Analyze the impact of emerging accounting standards on the company and assess broader implications for the business. Liaise with accounting standard‑setters and influential industry bodies to drive the development of and help shape accounting guidance for stablecoins and other digital assets. Implement and educate global accounting and cross‑functional teams on necessary changes to adopt and comply with new standards and ensure proper disclosure in filings. Partner with commercial teams to advise on accounting outcomes as part of the structuring of contracts and development of new products. Evaluate and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the company’s accounting policies and processes, ensuring compliance with US GAAP/SEC and other international accounting standards. Serve as liaison for technical accounting matters with internal stakeholders and external advisors and auditors. Provide technical input on special projects, including regulatory and other ad‑hoc assignments. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business and a Certified Public Accountant or international equivalent. 7+ years of relevant work experience, including public accounting and industry‑specific experience. Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP (knowledge of IFRS or other international accounting standards desirable). Proven ability to support financial reporting functions and manage auditor relationships on technical matters. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Excellent time‑management and organizational skills. Ability to effectively facilitate and present in group meetings. Proven ability to work cross‑functionally and adapt to change. Experience working in or with large/listed companies. Experience with SOX 404 and internal controls over financial reporting or a similar control framework. Demonstrated professional commitment, initiative, accountability and ownership of assignments. Experience in regulated business, financial services or technology industries is a plus. Experience or familiarity with Workiva or other reporting software, Slack, Apple MacOS and GSuite. Experience or familiarity with AI tools to drive efficiency and accelerate accounting research and drafting of technical position papers. Compensation Base Pay Range: $140,000 - $185,000 Equal Opportunity & Accommodations Circle is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other protected status required by law. Additionally, Circle participates in the E‑Verify Program in certain locations, as required by law. If you need accommodations due to a disability, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr