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Member of Accounting, Financial Analyst

Anchorage Digital

IT, Accounting & Finance

Portugal

Posted 6+ months ago

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At Anchorage Digital, we are building the world’s most advanced digital asset platform for institutions to participate in crypto.

Anchorage Digital is a crypto platform that enables institutions to participate in digital assets through custody, staking, trading, governance, settlement, and the industry's leading security infrastructure. Home to Anchorage Digital Bank N.A., the only federally chartered crypto bank in the U.S., Anchorage Digital also serves institutions through Anchorage Digital Singapore, Porto by Anchorage Digital, and other offerings.

The company is funded by leading institutions including Andreessen Horowitz, GIC, Goldman Sachs, KKR, and Visa, with its Series D valuation over $3 billion. Founded in 2017 in San Francisco, California, Anchorage Digital has offices in New York, New York; Porto, Portugal; Singapore; and Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Learn more at anchorage.com, on X @Anchorage, and on LinkedIn.

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join our Finance team in Portugal. As our company, revenue, and team continue to grow, we are searching for an individual who thrives on challenges, has a keen eye for detail, and desires to make a significant impact across our organization in a dynamic role. Your responsibilities will include overseeing all financial activities specific to the Portuguese entity, encompassing monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reporting, as well as managing accounts receivable and accounts payable. You will also ensure compliance with all tax and fiscal obligations, maintaining accurate and timely financial records in alignment with local regulations and international accounting standards. In addition, you will collaborate closely with several Finance Team members, providing financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making. Furthermore, you will liaise with external accountants, auditors, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with all statutory requirements. This opportunity will give you exposure to working in a fast-paced start-up environment in a growing and ever-changing industry, where your contributions will be pivotal.

We have created the Factors of Growth & Impact to help Villagers better measure impact and articulate coaching, feedback, and the rich and rewarding learning that happens while exploring, developing, and mastering the capabilities and contributions within and outside of the Member of Accounting, Financial Analyst role:

Technical Skills:

Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for Portuguese legal entity and other group entities
Perform day-to-day accounting activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and preparation of monthly and quarterly equity and payroll expense workpapers for the Company’s payroll and equity-related accounts
Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data in accordance with Portuguese GAAP (SNC) and US GAAP
Prepare monthly intercompany reconciliations and settle outstanding balances in a timely manner
Maintain the integrity of balance sheet accounts through preparation and review of reconciliations, verifying account activity and balances for accuracy and reasonableness
Analyze and process accounts payable in a timely manner. Investigate and resolve problems associated with processing of invoices
Assist the outsourced local accountants in ensuring the accuracy of the general ledger maintained under Portuguese GAAP (SNC). This includes reviewing the reconciliation between the US GAAP and Portuguese GAAP prepared by the outsourced local accountants
Support coordination of internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations as needed
Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate potential impact
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement effective controls to mitigate financial risks

Complexity and Impact of Work:

Collaborate with process owners to understand the Company’s risks and controls and contribute to build a solid control environment to support our high growth business
Work on complex accounting issues where problems are not clearly defined and where fundamental principles or historical precedent may not fully apply, such as the recording of crypto transactions
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in the face of uncertainty and ambiguity, to reach conclusions and move the business forward
Be accountable for the output of the accounting policies and procedures by reviewing material entries prior to finalizing financial reporting, ensuring high-quality output and execution
Lead or be involved in the application for financial funds and incentives offered by the Portuguese Government or European Union, leveraging opportunities to enhance the company's financial position and support growth initiatives

Organizational Knowledge:

Have a deep understanding of Anchorage’s strategy and its various business lines. Actively engage with different groups to comprehend historical transactions and requirements for implementing the global strategy going forward
Collaborate with other team members across Finance as well as cross-functionally to develop plans for meeting business needs and promote a shared understanding of Anchorage’s needs
Work on complex accounting issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of the company
Understand the complexities of our business, particularly in Portugal, and stay informed about the incentives provided by the Portuguese Government and/or the European Union

Communication and Influence:

Communicate effectively complex issues with clarity and credibility across a wide range of audiences
Build effective relationships and rapport with stakeholders including other team members, team managers, cross-functional partners, and external partners.
Communicate, organize and execute on cross-team goals and projects, leveraging relationships and resources across functions to address problems effectively.

You may be a fit for this role if you have:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration, or related field
4+ years of experience in financial management, reporting, accounting or audit, with a focus on multinational companies
Strong knowledge of Portuguese GAAP Proficiency in financial systems and software (e.g. Netsuite, SAP, Hyperion etc.)
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate extensively across all levels of organization
Fluency in English and Portuguese (both written and spoken)

Although not a requirement, bonus points if you:

Have Experience working in a Big 4 firm
Are a Chartered Accountant (Contabilista Certificado) or equivalent
Kept up to date with the proliferation of blockchain and crypto innovations.
Have experience with tax compliance and reporting requirements in Portugal
Have experience implementing an ERP system such as Netsuite, SAP, or Oracle
Have familiarity with standard Portuguese payroll reports
Have been emotionally moved by the soundtrack to Hamilton, which chronicles the founding of a new financial system :)

About Anchorage Digital: Who we are

The Anchorage Village, what we call our team, brings together the brightest minds from platform security, financial services, and distributed ledger technology to provide the building blocks that empower institutions to safely participate in the evolving digital asset ecosystem. As a diverse team of more than 300 members, we are united in one common goal: building the future of finance by providing the foundation upon which value moves safely in the new global economy.

Anchorage Digital is committed to being a welcoming and inclusive workplace for everyone, and we are intentional about making sure people feel respected, supported, and connected at work—regardless of who you are or where you come from. We value and celebrate our differences and we believe being open about who we are allows us to do the best work of our lives.

Anchorage Digital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. Anchorage Digital considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with other legal requirements. “Anchorage Digital” refers to services that are offered either through Anchorage Digital Bank National Association, an OCC-chartered national trust bank, or Anchorage Lending CA, LLC a finance lender licensed by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation, License No. 60DBO-11976, or Anchorage Digital Singapore Pte Ltd, a Singapore private limited company, all wholly-owned subsidiaries of Anchor Labs, Inc., a Delaware corporation.

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