Bitwise Asset Management is hiring a

Web3 Fund Administration - Financial Reporting Lead

It’s rare that a new asset class is born. Nevertheless, we’re witnessing exactly that with the rise of crypto. Over just the last few years, crypto has evolved from an embryonic $50B market to a growing $3T+ juggernaut. At Bitwise, we believe that crypto has reached a turning point, and is headed north of $10T over the next few years. 

 

This is an exciting moment for Bitwise as a firm. For seven years, we have established a track record of excellence managing a broad suite of index and active solutions across ETFs, separately managed accounts, private funds, staking solutions, and hedge fund strategies. This year, we crossed $15B in client assets and are growing quickly. Thousands of financial advisors, family offices, and institutional investors partner with Bitwise to understand and access the opportunities in crypto. We are known for providing unparalleled client support through expert research and commentary, a nationwide client team of crypto specialists, and deep access to the crypto ecosystem. 

 

Currently, Bitwise is a close-knit team of 100+ global professionals. Think of us as a mix of an asset manager and a tech start-up. We’re backed by some of the most accomplished investors in venture capital and veterans of the financial services world. We love working together, we love what we do, and we’re excited about what’s ahead.

This position will report to the Principal Financial Officer – Asset Management Products, Head of Fund Administration.  The ideal candidate will have at least ten to fifteen years of experience in Fund Accounting and Administration, Audit or Financial Statement review and a strong appetite to learn more about crypto assets. The Financial Reporting Lead must be a reliable self-starter, possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills and be comfortable dealing with various internal and external service providers. This position also requires an organized, efficient, results-oriented individual with robust critical thinking skills and a strong proficiency in Excel.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Leading the Financial Reporting Team within the Bitwise Fund Administration Team
• The production and review of all Bitwise Fund financial statements, including registered 40’ Act Products, 33’ Act Products, Hedge Fund products and private Funds
• Helping to coordinate the financial statement process and interfacing with legal and Fund auditors to answer questions and resolve issues
• Preparing and review of regulatory filings such as SEC Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K and ADV and NFA filings
• Daily oversight of NAV calculation and fund accounting activities for the Bitwise suite of products
• Reviewing daily, monthly and ad hoc requests for fund information 
• Calculating and facilitating payment of monthly management fees and performance fees and helping to prepare summary reports and budgets for Senior Management
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly Fund Performance Reports
• Helping to improve our current review process (in excel) and implementing new operational efficiencies
• Special projects as needed, with a focus on automation and efficiency

Role Requirements:

• 10+ years of fund accounting, audit and/or administration experience
• Prior management experience with a proven ability to coach and develop team members to deliver results, while encouraging full ownership of projects and commitments
• Deep working knowledge of the regulatory reporting requirements for registered investment products (e.g., '40 Act, '33 Act)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or MS in Accounting preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with very strong Excel skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to independently initiate and drive projects from concept to completion, consistently delivering high-quality, measurable results in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and also as part of a team
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Prior crypto experience, preferably experience with crypto financial reporting, fund accounting or valuation of crypto assets strongly preferred
• Private Fund, ETF, or Hedge Fund experience preferred but not required

What We Offer:

• Compensation: $180,000-$250,000 salary
• Equity compensation as a component of all offers
• Health insurance, including dental and vision plans
• Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life insurance; short- and long-term disability plans
• Company funded 401(k) plan, no matching required
• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid company-wide holidays
• Office spaces in San Francisco and New York
• Meals and snacks provided in the office
• Paid company cell phone
• Bitwise “Buddy” program (30-day new-hire success program)
• Annual birthday and anniversary gifts
• Company-wide events including the annual holiday party
• Internal Women of Bitwise group with fun events

$180,000 - $250,000 a year