Job Detail

About DFINITY:

We’re building the Internet Computer, a decentralized cloud to host next-generation software.  Rather than hosting on proprietary data centers, owned and controlled by a single entity, DFINITY is building an open and decentralized cloud, leveraging a vast global network, enabling us to provide an unbounded resource that is tamperproof, self-governed, and without the need for traditionaldatabases, firewalls, or backup/restore systems. In short, we’re building a new technology stack that will host the next generation of software systems, business applications, and IT systems.

DFINITY is backed by top-tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz and Polychain Capital and team members include some of the world’s foremost experts in the fields of distributed computing, cryptography, and blockchain technology.

About the role:

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our growing finance team. You will have the unique opportunity to own many aspects of our accounting operations, build processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and execute on multiple international initiatives. You are a technical accountant expert and strive for operational excellence, standardized processes and the implementation of best practices.  

Responsibilities:

• Manage month-end close. This will include preparing journal entries, reconciliations, flux analysis, and international consolidation.


• Oversee and assist in the daily activities of payments and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of payments.


• Perform operating procedures, internal controls and workflows to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of processes.


• Establish guidelines for annual consolidated accounts and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.


• Oversee and approve standardized global accounting policies, compliance, and control in accordance with Swiss and IFRS GAAP, and ensuring compliance with tax laws.


• Work with external auditors and other stakeholders (bankers, board members).


• Continually look for ways to make the accounting function more efficient.


• Be a team player and be willing to take on ad-hoc requests.

Background and Skills:

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or equivalent and Federal Diploma


• 8+ years accounting experience, with 5+ years experience with Swiss accounting regulations


• Big 4 consulting experience and preferably 2+ years in-house at a technology startup


• Knowledge of consolidations and international accounting


• Experience in system implementation and integration


• Exceptional analytical skills and strong Excel skills


• Solid understanding of Swiss GAAP and IFRS


• Detail-oriented with a high sense of urgency and exceptional organizational skills


• Comfortable in a dynamic, continuously evolving environment.


• Excellent communication skills, work ethic and ability to be a business partner with various parts of a small, but very quickly growing global organization.  Fluency in English, French and German a plus