Assistant Controller

Who We Are :

Alpaca is a US-headquartered self-clearing broker-dealer and brokerage infrastructure for stocks, ETFs, options, crypto, fixed income, 24 / 5 trading, and more. Our  recent Series C funding round brought our total investment to over $170 million, fueling our ambitious vision.

Amongst our subsidiaries, Alpaca is a licensed financial services company, serving hundreds of financial institutions across 40 countries with our institutional-grade APIs. This includes broker-dealers, investment advisors, wealth managers, hedge funds, and crypto exchanges, totalling over 6 million brokerage accounts.

Our global team is a diverse group of experienced engineers, traders, and brokerage professionals who are working to achieve our mission of  opening financial services to everyone on the planet . We're deeply committed to open-source contributions and fostering a vibrant community, continuously enhancing our award-winning, developer-friendly API and the robust infrastructure behind it.

Alpaca is proudly backed by top-tier global investors, including Portage Ventures, Spark Capital, Tribe Capital, Social Leverage, Horizons Ventures, Unbound, SBI Group, Derayah Financial, Elefund, and Y Combinator.

Our Team Members :

We're a dynamic team of 230+ globally distributed members who thrive working from our favorite places around the world, with teammates spanning the USA, Canada, Japan, Hungary, Nigeria, Brazil, the UK, and beyond!

We're searching for passionate individuals eager to contribute to Alpaca's rapid growth. If you align with our core valuesStay Curious, Have Empathy, and Be Accountableand are ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary :

The Controller will manage all accounting, financial reporting, and finance-related compliance functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and integrity in all financial aspects of our operations. This role is pivotal to shaping and implementing financial strategies in alignment with the growth of our Crypto business. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of traditional financial expertise and a strong understanding of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.

Key Responsibilities :

• Operational Excellence : Identify opportunities to streamline and scale accounting processes, implement best practices, and leverage technology for greater efficiency across all Alpaca entities.
• Internal Controls : Support implementing and maintaining adequate internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Month-End Close : Help oversee and manage the month-end, multi-entity closing processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Financial Reporting : Assist in preparing consolidated annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP. Assist in the preparation of standalone financial statements for subsidiaries when applicable.
• Tax Compliance : Coordinate with third-party tax service providers to ensure compliance with federal, state, and international requirements.
• Audit Preparation : Coordinate with external auditors during audits and provide required documentation and analysis.

Qualifications :

A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification is preferred.

An advanced understanding of GAAP and familiarity with crypto accounting practices and standards are a plus. Knowledge of IFRS is also a plus.

5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with a minimum of 3 years in a management-level role (experience in crypto, fintech, or technology sector preferred).

Proficiency in accounting software (Sage Intacct a plus); experience with blockchain-based financial tools is highly desirable.

Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and adapt to evolving industry regulations.

How We Take Care of You :

Competitive Salary & Stock Options

New Hire Home-Office Setup : One-time USD $500

Monthly Stipend : USD $150 per month via a Brex Card

Alpaca is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

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