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It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs. \nIf you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value.\nTHE WORK:\nJoin Ripple Labs Inc., where we are revolutionizing the financial world with our crypto solutions! As a Senior Accountant based in Chicago, IL, you'll play a vital role in our bold journey to deliver outstanding financial services. \nWHAT YOU’LL DO:\nBroker-Dealer Accounting and Regulatory Reporting:Prepare and maintain the firm’s FOCUS Report filings, including net capital computations and customer reserve calculations.\nMaintain the general ledger for the broker-dealer entity, running month-end close, account reconciliations, and journal entries.\nCompute and monitor aggregate indebtedness ratios and net capital, flagging early warning thresholds to the CFO.\nSupport financial reporting for Stock Loan and Stock Borrow activity, including matched-book profit and loss and liquidity treatment.\n\nDigital Asset Finance and Accounting:Handle month-end accounting for digital asset positions, incorporating mark-to-market valuations and custody reconciliations.\nApply and document accounting policies for digital assets consistent with evolving U.S. GAAP mentorship.\nReconcile on-chain and off-chain positions against custodian statements and internal trading system data.\nProvide support for accounting related to digital asset lending, repo, and collateral arrangements.\n\nFinancial Reporting and Controls:Assist in preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements for broker-dealer and holding company entities.\nSupport external auditors during annual financial statement audits.\nMaintain and improve internal control procedures, including SOD documentation and reconciliation sign-off protocols.\nParticipate in systems and process improvement initiatives.\n\nWHAT YOU'LL BRING: \nBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA license or active candidacy strongly preferred.\n3-6 years of accounting experience, with exposure to broker-dealer accounting, financial services, or public accounting.\nWorking knowledge of SEC Rules 15c3-1 and 15c3-3, FINRA financial reporting requirements, and FOCUS Report preparation.\nProficiency in U.S. GAAP financial reporting.\nStrong Excel skills; experience with general ledger systems.\nHigh attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.\nPreferred:\nBackground in handling digital asset accounting.\nExperience supporting FINRA or SEC regulatory examinations.\nFamiliarity with prime brokerage or cleared derivatives accounting.\nExposure to Stock Loan/Stock Borrow accounting.\nExperience with intercompany accounting across multi-entity structures.\nProficiencies:\nTechnical Expertise: Strong knowledge of broker-dealer accounting standards and a keen interest in achieving comparable proficiency in digital asset accounting frameworks.\nRegulatory Acumen: Ability to interpret and apply financial requirements and translate them into accurate financial records.\nAnalytical Rigor: Comfortable working with large datasets and building reconciliation frameworks.\nCommunication: Able to clearly detail and present accounting positions.\nAdaptability: Thrives in a constantly evolving environment.\nIntegrity: Maintains the highest standards of accuracy and independence in financial reporting.\nFor positions that will be based in IL, the annual salary range for this position is below. Actual salaries may vary based on numerous factors including, among other things, an individual applicant’s experience and qualifications for the position. This range does not include equity or additional compensation, such as bonuses or commissions. \nIL Annual Base Salary Range\n$132,000—$160,000 USD\nWHO WE ARE:\nDo Your Best Work\nThe opportunity to build in a fast-paced start-up environment with experienced industry leaders\nA learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact. A professional development budget to support other modes of learning.\nThrive in an environment where no matter what race, ethnicity, gender, origin, or culture they identify with, every employee is a respected, valued, and empowered part of the team.\nIn-office collaboration for moments that matter is important to our culture, and we give managers and teams the flexibility to decide which 10+ days a month they come in. \nBi-weekly all-company meeting - business updates and ask me anything style discussion with our Leadership Team\nWe come together for moments that matter which include team offsites, team bonding activities, happy hours and more!\nTake Control of Your Finances\nCompetitive salary, bonuses, and equity\nCompetitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support\nEmployee giving match\nMobile phone stipend\nTake Care of Yourself\nR&R days so you can rest and recharge\nGenerous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming\nGenerous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it\nIndustry-leading parental leave policies. 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