Head of Accounting

Currency.com; City of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regulated digital assets platform in London seeks a Head of Accounting to lead its global accounting function. The role ensures compliance with IFRS and US GAAP and involves overseeing all accounting operations across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 in a managerial position, preferably in the fintech or cryptocurrency sector. Competitive salary and growth opportunities included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2+ years in a managerial role.
• Experience within regulated cryptocurrency, digital assets, or fintech firms.
• Proven track record in managing multi-entity structures across the USA and the EU.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations across group entities.
• Ensure full compliance with IFRS and US GAAP.
• Lead preparation of financial statements and manage relationships with auditors.
• Drive continuous improvement through process automation.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA)

Tools

NetSuite

MS Business Central

Job description

Head of Accounting

Description: Currency.com is a leading regulated platform for digital assets and tokenized finance. We bridge traditional markets and crypto ecosystems through secure, compliant, and high-performance trading services. We are seeking a Head of Accounting to lead our global accounting function across multiple jurisdictions, including the USA, EU, and UK. This is a mid-senior role responsible for ensuring the highest standards of financial reporting, control, and compliance within a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Accounting Leadership: Oversee all accounting operations across group entities in the USA, EU, Gibraltar, and other active jurisdictions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with IFRS, US GAAP (where applicable), and local accounting standards across regulated entities.
• Audit & Financial Reporting: Lead preparation of individual company-level and group-level consolidated financial statements, direct annual audits, and manage relationships with external auditors.
• Digital Asset Accounting: Apply policies for the treatment of cryptocurrencies and on-chain transactions in line with evolving accounting guidance.
• Tax Coordination: Work with internal and external advisors to manage tax strategy and reporting in multiple jurisdictions.
• Systems & Automation: Drive continuous improvement through process automation and accounting tools.
• Team Management: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing distributed accounting team.

Requirements

• Education: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2+ years in a managerial role
  • Experience within regulated cryptocurrency, digital assets, or fintech firms is essential.
  • Proven track record in managing multi-entity structures across the USA and the EU. Gibraltar experience is beneficial.
  • Deep knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP and financial reporting for digital assets.
• Technical Skills:
  • Familiarity with blockchain transaction reporting and crypto accounting tools.
  • Proficiency in consolidation systems, ERP platforms (e.g., NetSuite, MS Business Central).
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
  • Adaptable and strategic thinker able to operate in a fast-moving regulatory environment.