Finance Jobs at Aave Companies

About us: 

The Aave Companies are a group of software development companies that build open-source, blockchain-based software for the Web3 world. With a mission to reinvent our modern paradigms in the realm of finance, social media and beyond, we are focused on building revolutionary products and protocols that will reinvent the ways we communicate, our financial systems, and our cultural norms. United with one clear goal, the Aave Companies are determined to build a future for users that provide them with better control over their finances, data and social experiences.

Our culture: 

Having cultivated a thriving, collaborative culture, our team is kind, welcoming and passionate about what we are building. We celebrate differences and seek to develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool from all over the world. No matter where you are based, no ghost will be left behind and we appreciate every moment we get to work and have fun together.

How you can make an impact:

• Overall ownership of the production of group and company financial and management accounts, board packs, and liaison with external accounting and audit firms
• Support the global end-to-end monthly and year-end closing process, including cryptographic asset accounting, transfer pricing, consolidations, reporting, audit and tax compliance. 
• Lead the full cycle development and management of the Aave companies budget process to support the business in achieving the company OKRs
• Partner closely with key internal (e.g Product, Engineering, Growth, HR, Legal) and external stakeholders
• Develop and maintain financial models for commercial finance and FP&A functions
• Spearhead the creation and implementation of fundraising strategies to secure financial support
• Manage the fundraising process from an admin and coordination perspective, including preparing  and maintaining investor due diligence and information packs, and as the key finance contact for investor relations 
• Collaborate closely with the Treasury team on cash flow management, investments, financial risk management etc.
• Own the administration of the company's intellectual property and licensing
• Oversee all finance operations, including payroll, procurement and insurance
• Strive for continuous improvement by implementing new tools and AI, automating processes and role modelling best practices to ensure the team is efficient, accurate and insightful
• Work closely with the CFO on other Finance, product and business line-related activities
• Contribute to and support senior management with strategy development and implementing strategic initiatives
• Support the corporate governance and company secretarial activities for the Group and its subsidiaries 

Let's connect if:

• ACA, CPA or equivalent accounting professional qualification
• 10 + years of experience across Accounting, FP&A, Commercial Finance, Audit, Analytics 
• Tech, DeFi or Crypto industry experience preferable
• Experience working across multiple global jurisdictions
• Experience assessing and leading company through a fundraising round 
• Advanced understanding of IFRS and closing/reporting processes. Understanding of US GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley requirements is desirable
• Proficiency with Data modelling and analytical tools. Experience with Netsuite and/or Hyperion is preferred