Financial Controller (VC or Hedge Fund- Investment Accountant)

Tether.io; Greater London; Vor Ort; GBP 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Tether.io is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting and accounting operations across a multi-entity investment platform. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in financial control or audit, with a strong background in digital assets preferred.

Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, overseeing accounting operations, and coordinating audits. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and proficiency in Xero and Excel, among others.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in financial control, audit, or accounting.
• Preferred experience at a credit hedge fund.
• Prior experience in digital assets or blockchain ecosystems is a distinct advantage.

Aufgaben

• Prepare accurate financial statements and management accounts.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations across entities.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.

Kenntnisse

Financial reporting

Audit coordination

Accounting operations

Excel + VBA / Python

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

ACCA, ACA, CPA, CFA or equivalent certifications

Tools

Xero

Enfusion portfolio management system

Jobbeschreibung

About the job

The Financial Controller will oversee financial reporting, audit coordination, and accounting operations across a multi-entity investment and treasury platform. The role requires a technically strong finance professional with deep accounting expertise, strong operational discipline, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, management accounts, and supporting reports in accordance with IFRS and US GAAP.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including general ledger reconciliations and control reviews.
• Maintain oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Lead coordination with external auditors, ensuring timely delivery of audit requests, supporting documentation, and issue resolution.
• Support preparation of any regulatory, tax, statutory and ad hoc reporting requirements.
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial governance frameworks.
• Drive continuous improvement across accounting processes, reporting workflows, and operational controls.
• Leverage technology and automation to improve efficiency, scalability, and reporting accuracy.
• Partner closely with operations to ensure integrity of financial data and reporting.
• Assist with implementation and optimisation of financial systems and reporting infrastructure.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis, projects, and strategic initiatives as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; ACCA, ACA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent certifications.
• 10+ years of experience in financial control, audit, or accounting, preferably at a credit hedge fund. Prior experience in digital assets or blockchain ecosystems is a distinct advantage.
• Proficiency in Xero and Enfusion portfolio management system.
• Proficiency in Excel + VBA / Python is mandatory.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and tax requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.