Overview
In this role you will own end-to-end accounting for revenue and partner arrangements, ensuring accurate recognition and close, while supporting audits and internal controls. You will lead collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate product and commercial activity into scalable accounting processes. A key focus is applying AI and automation to streamline finance workflows while preserving audit readiness. You will contribute to Circle's mission of enabling a more open, global economy through innovative financial infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Own month-end and quarter-end close for revenue and partnership arrangements, including subledger reviews, journal entries, reconciliations, and related controls
- Analyze balance sheet and P&L movements, investigate anomalies, and provide evidence-based commentary on key drivers
- Collaborate with FinOps, Product, Billing, Legal, Tax, Data and Engineering to translate accounting conclusions into scalable processes and reporting
- Apply ASC 606/IFRS 15 to complex terms and document conclusions for audit readiness
- Oversee accounting for customer and partner incentives, including accruals, true-ups, and documentation
- Identify and implement AI and automation opportunities to reduce manual work while maintaining governance and oversight
- Support internal and external audits with robust controls and documentation
- Review product documentation and transaction flows to anticipate accounting implications before product launches
- Maintain end-to-end ownership of assigned areas and proactively resolve issues
Key requirements
- 4+ years of accounting, revenue or audit experience with ACA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent qualification
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS, especially ASC 606 / IFRS 15
- Strong technical accounting and problem-solving skills; ability to translate complex arrangements into systems requirements
- Strong systems and data mindset; ability to analyze transaction and fund flows across systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of explaining complex accounting to diverse stakeholders
- High ownership, attention to detail, and audit-ready documentation with limited oversight
- Hands-on experience using AI, automation or data tools to improve processes
- communication
- ownership
- attention to detail
- ASC 606 / IFRS 15
- experience with ERP systems (Oracle Fusion or similar)
- data analysis and subledger management
Senior Accountant employer: Circle
Circle is an exceptional employer that fosters a flexible and innovative work environment, encouraging employees to take ownership of their roles while utilising cutting-edge AI and automation tools. With a strong commitment to integrity and excellence, Circle offers ample opportunities for professional growth and collaboration across global teams, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the financial technology sector.
