Global Controller

San Francisco, New York, London, or Zug

Bitwise Asset Management manages crypto assets across ETFs, separately managed accounts, private funds, institutional staking, and hedge fund strategies. The firm has crossed $15B in client assets and operates as a team of 100+ global professionals, serving thousands of financial advisors, family offices, and institutional investors.

About the Role

This position involves designing and leading a comprehensive global accounting function across multiple jurisdictions. The Controller will establish accounting policies, processes, and controls to support organizational growth and audit requirements while managing complex technical accounting matters.

Primary Responsibilities

Oversee the global accounting function as senior accounting authority across all entities
Design scalable accounting architecture with consistent policies and reporting standards
Assess accounting practices and identify risks within the first 30 days
Serve as technical accounting authority for complex US GAAP matters
Manage accounting across jurisdictions including IFRS and Swiss statutory requirements
Establish and improve accounting controls, reconciliations, and close procedures
Lead consolidated financial reporting and multi-entity consolidation
Direct accounting integration of newly acquired entities
Ensure PCAOB audit readiness and oversee parent company audits
Build and develop high-performing global accounting teams

Requirements

CPA certification required
Minimum 4 years as Controller or Assistant Controller in multi-entity/global/public environments
Deep expertise in US GAAP, consolidation, foreign currency accounting, and technical accounting
Asset management or financial services background preferred
Crypto industry experience considered a significant plus
M&A and post-acquisition integration experience valued
Strong executive presence and communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $250,000–$300,000 plus equity
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Flexible spending accounts
Paid parental leave
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Unlimited PTO
10 paid holidays plus winter break
Meals, snacks, and cell phone stipend

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