Assurance Senior (Blockchain - US Clients)

About the role

This role involves leading the day-to-day execution of audit and advisory services for US clients in the blockchain and digital assets sector. The Senior Assurance professional will supervise associate-level staff, manage client relationships, and ensure client satisfaction. A key aspect of the position is communicating and resolving audit matters that arise during engagements, supported by an engagement manager.

The position requires applying complex accounting concepts and auditing procedures, drafting financial reports, and presenting audit findings. Candidates will also advise clients on US regulatory changes, risk management, and industry best practices to ensure compliance. This includes coordinating with internal teams to address the unique challenges associated with high-volume, complex US client engagements.

Success in this role means developing and mentoring associates through training and feedback, fostering a strong team environment. The Senior Assurance professional will demonstrate advanced knowledge of US accounting standards (GAAP), regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements, while managing complex engagements involving multi-jurisdictional financial reporting and international business practices.

The salary for this position ranges from $68,000 to $112,000 annually.

Skills that matter here

• blockchain: This role is specifically within the blockchain and digital assets practice, requiring familiarity with the technology ecosystem and related accounting matters.
• digital assets: The position involves working with technical accounting matters specific to digital assets, such as token issuances, DeFi, staking, and crypto tracking.
• audit: Candidates must have experience in core assurance services, including audit planning, program development, testing, and work paper preparation.
• accounting: The role requires applying complex accounting concepts, drafting financials, and demonstrating advanced knowledge of US accounting standards (GAAP).
• finance: A background in finance is relevant for understanding financial reporting, regulatory frameworks, and advising clients on risk management.

Who this role suits

• Someone who enjoys leading and mentoring junior professionals.
• An individual who thrives on solving complex accounting and audit challenges.
• A professional who is passionate about blockchain and digital assets technology.
• A person adept at building and maintaining strong client relationships.

From the employer

• Work with the blockchain and digital assets leaders and partners.
• Responsible for leading day-to-day execution and delivery of audit and advisory activities throughout the year.
• Supervise associate level professionals and delegate engagement responsibilities.
• Responsible for communicating and resolving audit matters that arise during the audit engagement with the support of the engagement manager.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, thus driving client satisfaction.
• Research, understand and apply complex accounting concepts and auditing procedures.
• Draft financials and report audit findings (both verbal and written).
• Develop, motivate, and mentor associates by providing training, regular feedback and career guidance while fostering a team environment.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of U.S. accounting standards (GAAP), regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements.
• Manage complex engagements involving multi-jurisdictional financial reporting, U.S. tax law, and international business practices.
• Advise clients on U.S. specific regulatory changes, risk management, and industry best practices, ensuring compliance across diverse markets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address the unique challenges of servicing U.S.-based clients, including higher volume, complexity, and risk exposure.

• A PASSION for blockchain and digital assets.
• Licensed CPA preferred.
• BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in blockchain and digital assets is ideal, however, not necessary.
• Familiarity with technical accounting matters common to the industry, such as token issuances, exchange/custodial accounting, DeFI, staking, lending, derivatives accounting, crypto basis tracking, etc.
• Minimum of 3+ plus years of audit experience.
• Prior experience in core assurance services conducting audit planning, developing audit programs, performing testing and preparing work papers is required.
• Knowledge of internal accounting controls, control testing, professional standards and regulations.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to conduct technical research required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word.
• Understanding of the blockchain and digital assets technology ecosystem (smart contracts, block explorers, crypto tracking and accounting software, blockchain analysis, and other RegTech tools).

• Total rewards package: from flexible work arrangements to competitive benefits coverage for you and your dependents, prioritizing your health and well-being.
• Well-being resources: interactive wellness platform and incentives, an employee assistance program and mental health resources, and Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) that provide safe spaces for colleagues to share, be heard, feel valued and deepen connections.
• Balance & flexibility: A minimum of 14 Firm Holidays including applicable provincial statutory holidays and 2 floating days, Flex PTO, supplemental top-up program for eligible statutory leaves, winter break, summer hours, and remote work options, so you can balance challenging yourself with taking care of yourself.
• Professional development opportunities: A learning culture with CPA exam resources and bonuses, firm support for professional memberships/certification, a coach program, and live classes, workshops, and seminars through BPM University.