Localcoin is hiring a
Web3 Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Compensation: $81k - $90k *

Location: ON Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ABOUT LOCALCOIN

At Localcoin, we aim to empower our customers to join the crypto economy by helping them buy, sell, and convert digital currencies. In addition to running North America’s largest Bitcoin ATM network, we offer an expanding product line that makes digital currencies far more accessible for crypto-enthusiasts in their communities.

We believe that the cryptocurrency space is one that rewards passion, creativity, innovation and those willing to challenge the status quo. As a member of our rapidly-growing team, you’ll join a talented, dynamic group of team members who will encourage you to learn, grow and thrive in your career every step of the way. So if you’re a self-starter looking to hone your skills in a startup environment that fosters innovation, transparency and team connectivity, we look forward to hearing from you!

THE ROLE

As a Chief Financial Officer at Localcoin, you will be a key partner to our Co-Founders and management team. You will build, lead and oversee the company’s accounting, financial reporting, treasuring, taxation, leadership, change management and stakeholder engagement.

YOUR IMPACT

Accounting, Financial Reporting, Treasury and Taxation:

  • Overseeing and maintaining processes to produce accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with Accounting Standards for Private Entities (ASPE) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), including the annual external audits
  • Creating and overseeing the execution of strategic internal financial reporting including corporate cash flow projections, capital projections, and tax forecasts
  • Managing and communicating financial and operational information with lenders and equity partners, including project cash projections, equity call/distribution projections, monthly financial results, and ad hoc requests
  • Overseeing the preparation of annual corporate overhead budgets and reporting to senior management on variances
  • Participating in tax planning discussions and overseeing the execution of tax planning strategies
  • Overseeing the banking and treasury function and ensuring strong cash management and internal controls are in place including monitoring any debt covenants
  • Supporting the due diligence and execution of any strategic transactions, including acquisitions, financings, equity placements and divestitures
  • Acting as a technical accounting expert and supporting day-to-day needs of the finance and accounting team

Leadership and Change Management:

  • Leading, mentoring and building a team of professionals in the execution and management of the corporate and project accounting functions
  • Leading continuous improvement initiatives through identifying opportunities to streamline processes and leverage technology while guiding the accounting team through growth and change

Internal and External Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Building relationships with the Co-founders, senior management team, and any potential shareholders and providing financial information to help support decision making and strong governance practices
  • Building strong relationships with members of other departments within the organization
  • Proactively engaging with the operational teams to maintain strong working knowledge of our projects and ensure the team understands the financial implications of operational decisions
  • Maintaining key relationships with external advisors, auditors, and banks

THIS IS YOU

  • 10+ years leading the finance function in a fast growing scale up
  • Professional accounting designation (Chartered Professional Accountant, CA, CMA or CGA)
  • Previous experience in a large public accounting firm is preferred
  • Experience in a high growth, entrepreneurial business such as fintech or the technology sector would be an asset
  • High level proficiency in the preparation of financial statements under ASPE and IFRS and oversight of the external audit process
  • Solid knowledge of internal controls with proven ability to establish internal controls, policies, procedures, and systems that are cost efficient and effective in meeting the present and future needs of the company
  • Experience applying change management processes, technological tools, and scaling up a finance and accounting team to support a high growth environment.
  • Proven ability to lead an emerging financial team and credibility to be effective across the organization
  • Strong technical proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office Suite programs as well as a solid understanding of ERP systems, and accounting software functionality.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING AT LOCALCOIN

Professional Development

We are a fast-growing company and as a result, there are ample opportunities for career growth and professional development when you join our team. From a transparent promotion structure and defined career paths to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, we do what it takes to invest in your career and help you hone your skills so you can grow alongside us!

Health & Wellness Benefits

We offer a comprehensive array of health and wellness benefits that provide choices so you can tune your benefits plan to fit your unique needs:

  • Medical, Dental and VisionCare
  • Health Spend Account
  • Wellness Allowance (a stipend to be used how you see fit: gym membership, school courses, day care, dog walker, video games, food delivery etc.)
  • Unlimited Personal and Business Travel Coverage
  • Akira On-Demand Video Nurse
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Life, Critical Illness and AD&D Coverage and Support

Hybrid & Flexible Office Environment

We’re flexible on where you work — a lot of our team are fully or partially remote. If you’d prefer this approach, we run remote-friendly meetings. Prefer an office setting? We're set up for that, too! We just moved into a big, bright downtown space that you can access directly from the subway line (perfect for those particularly cold winter days). The office has it all: a rooftop terrace with an amazing view, a pool, a fully equipped gym with fitness classes (yes, a free membership! In-line with our other awesome health benefits), plus little perks like snacks and games that help to keep things light. The office is accessible (ramps, elevators and barrier-free washrooms) and we’re following all COVID-19 safety guidelines very carefully. We’d love to see you!

Events and Socials

Just because we are working remotely, does not mean we don’t know how to get together! When you join our team, you’ll enjoy everything from virtual company-wide teaching and training days, industry events, themed monthly Fri-YAY happy hours, virtual team events and much more!

Employee Discounts

All of our team members enjoy exclusive employee discounts at all of our cryptocurrency ATMs across North America.

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Compensation: $81k - $90k *

Location: ON Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Benefits: Medical Insurance


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