Senior Manager, Hedge Accounting (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Manager, Hedge Accounting (Fintech): Leading a team to deliver technical hedge accounting excellence across a managed services client portfolio with an accent on ASC 815 and IFRS 9 compliance. Focus on overseeing complex hedge documentation, effectiveness testing, and guiding clients through strategic hedging relationships.

Location: Hybrid (US - Illinois). In-office collaboration is required 10+ days per month.

Salary: $176,000 — $210,000 USD

Company

A global crypto solutions company building a financial system where value moves as fast as information.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary SME for hedge accounting under ASC 815 and IFRS 9, providing authoritative guidance on fair value, cash flow, and net investment hedges.
• Review and approve hedge documentation, designation memos, and effectiveness testing methodologies.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the derivative accounting team, setting performance expectations and coaching for growth.
• Identify and implement process improvements to scale workflows, templates, and close checklists.
• Lead audit support at the Director level, engaging directly with external auditors on complex matters.
• Partner with product and technology teams to inform platform capabilities and service design.

Requirements

• CPA certification is required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 7 years focused on derivative instruments and hedge accounting (ASC 815 and IFRS 9).
• Proven experience managing and developing accounting teams in public accounting, managed services, or corporate finance.
• Deep technical fluency in derivative instruments across asset classes (swaps, forwards, options).
• Strong communication skills to translate complex accounting conclusions for non-technical audiences.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid model with 10+ days of in-office presence per month.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience with hedge accounting platforms such as hirify.global Treasury, Chatham Financial, Reval, or FIS Quantum.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity.
• Comprehensive health benefits covering physical and mental healthcare, retirement, and family support.
• Flexible hybrid work model focusing on "moments that matter" collaboration.
• Professional development budget and a learning-centric environment.
• Generous vacation policy, R&R days, and industry-leading parental leave.
• Perks including catered lunches and fully-stocked kitchens.