Member of Accounting, Internal Controls

Anchorage Digital is building the world's most trusted digital asset custodian and infrastructure platform and is seeking a SOX and Internal Controls subject matter expert. This high-impact, "team of one" leadership role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a world-class internal controls framework. Reporting to the Accounting leadership team, the successful candidate will lead IPO Readiness and SOX 404 execution, manage the aggregated deficiency framework, and serve as the recognized internal authority on ICFR, U.S. GAAP, COSO, SEC rules, and PCAOB standards. The role is full-time and fully remote within the United States.

• 10+ years of progressive accounting or audit experience, with at least 6–8 years of dedicated SOX program management responsibility.
• An active CPA credential.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, COSO framework, SEC rules, and PCAOB standards, alongside expertise in evaluating ITGCs, automated application controls, and system implementations.
• A "Kaizen" mindset; you are a self-motivated professional with high integrity, strong project management skills, and a willingness to dig into anything to support the business.
• The ability to thrive as a dynamic operator in a high-growth, autonomous environment, with proven skills to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.
• Experience operating in a high-growth fintech or crypto environment.

Although not a requirement, bonus points if:

• You have Big 4 public accounting experience.
• You possess direct experience supporting a company through the transition from private to public (IPO).
• You have familiarity with Optro (fka AuditBoard) or similar internal control program management software.
• You were emotionally moved by the soundtrack to Hamilton, which chronicles the founding of a new financial system. :)

Anchorage Digital — the first federally chartered crypto bank in the US — is hiring a SOX & Internal Controls expert to design and maintain their ICFR framework as they prepare for IPO readiness. This is a 'team of one' leadership role reporting to the Accounting Policy, Processes, and Controls Lead.

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Preferred