Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by over 250 million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world. We are seeking an experienced Finance Controller Lead to join our dynamic finance team. This role will play a critical part in overseeing the financial controllership function, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, advanced knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, and financial analysis.
Responsibilities
Day-to-day finance management: Own the financial processes for several legal entities in Fiat vertical by driving the month-end and year-end closing cycles, conducting bank and asset balance reconciliations, posting and verifying accounts payables and receivables, supporting with invoicing & payment processing, preparing financial statements, ensuring timely regulatory and tax filings, managing relationships with banks, vendors, accounting partners, and auditors, and liaising with other internal functions (e.g. treasury, tax, global accounting, etc.)
Accounting quality: Ensure complete, accurate, and timely accounting (in partnership with local accounting & tax vendors, where applicable) by reviewing and defining accounting methodologies, validating journal entries, reconciling balances across different entities, improving accounting systems and procedures.
Internal controls stewardship: Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. Ensure adherence to group accounting policies and internal control procedures, maintain accurate financial records, and facilitate audits by providing transparent and well-documented financial information.
Audit Coordination: Lead the external audit process, working closely with auditors to ensure timely completion and adherence to audit requirements. Address any issues identified during audits and implement necessary corrective actions.
Annual planning & rolling forecast: Develop and align with management on annual targets for revenues, marketing, and all local spend. Ensure high P&L forecast accuracy throughout the fiscal year, to enable the decision makers to optimize spending and make timely investments.
Business partnership: Provide insightful analysis and financial modeling to support strategic business decisions. Act as a trusted business partner to management on financial matters, providing clear and actionable insights.
Process Improvement & Efficiency: Drive process improvements in accounting systems, reporting, and procedures to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the finance function. Implement best practices for financial reporting, including automation and streamlining of manual processes.
Team Leadership and Development: Lead and develop a high-performing team of finance professionals, ensuring a collaborative and results-driven environment. Collaborate with Central Finance on finance training for accounting standards, financial policies, and internal controls to strengthen capability.
Requirements
BA/BS in Finance or Accounting (Master/MBA, CMA or CPA preferred).
8+ years of relevant experience in roles such as Finance Manager, Financial Controller, and/or Finance Business Partner (preferably with reputed Technology/FinTech and/or listed/multinational companies).
Thorough knowledge of general accounting procedures, familiarity with financial & tax statements, experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
Fluent writing and speaking in English is preferred; Mandarin is a plus for efficient collaboration with various stakeholders across the company.
Hands-on experience with enterprise-level financial planning and accounting systems preferred.
Outstanding modeling and analytical skills combined with a strong executive presence.
Self-starter - take initiative, be dedicated, set and drive toward goals.
Ability to work in an unstructured environment, navigate ambiguity, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and provide clarity and structure.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Demonstrated interest in crypto & blockchain technology.
