Financial Operations/Accounting Manager (Foundation)

Financial Operations & Accounting Manager 

About Aptos
Aptos is a people-first blockchain on a mission to help billions of people achieve universal and fair access to decentralized assets in a safe and scalable way.Founded by some of the original creators and maintainers that researched, designed, and built the Diem blockchain to serve this purpose, we have dedicated several years toward this mission. We believe the open-source Diem technology we have developed is an important foundation of a safe and scalable web3 world where everyone has more equitable opportunities to grow and access financial assets with lower fees and fewer intermediaries.  

Aptos (Ohlone for "The People") encompasses our mission and ethos for why we build.

About The Role

We are looking for a finance leader who can bridge operational finance, crypto treasury management, and financial reporting. Reporting to the Head of Operations/Treasury, this role will be instrumental in owning the day-to-day financial operations of the Foundation, maintaining internal controls, improving automation, and partnering cross-functionally to ensure alignment with strategic and regulatory priorities.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-growth, crypto-native environment and is ready to grow into a broader leadership position over time.

What you’ll be doing

• Treasury & Token Management: Oversee management of operational, cold, grant wallets, and stablecoin (e.g., USDC) accounts. Implement robust wallet hygiene practices, access controls, recovery protocols, and custodial arrangements. Manage day-to-day execution of token, stablecoin, and fiat disbursements, ensuring alignment with vesting schedules, grant programs, and Cayman entity requirements
• Reporting & Forecasting: Reconcile on-chain activity with off-chain financial systems. Prepare treasury dashboards and financial reports tailored to stakeholders across HR, Ecosystem, Legal, and BD. Support budgeting and forecasting processes. 
• Financial Operations & Close: Lead monthly and quarterly close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, flux analysis, and preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP (or IFRS as applicable). Deliver tailored reports to internal teams and external stakeholders, partnering with external accountants and/or auditors as needed. Reconcile on-chain token activity and off-chain stablecoin (e.g., USDC) activity to internal systems and external custodial or banking records. Deliver accurate, multi-asset treasury reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Automation & Systems Improvement: Build and enhance automation solutions to streamline reporting, reconciliations, and cross-functional data workflows using tools like Google Apps Script, Airtable, and NetSuite.
• Controls & Compliance: Maintain and improve internal controls related to digital assets, fiat transactions, and financial reporting. Ensure tax compliance and audit readiness. Partner with Legal on crypto-specific regulatory considerations.
• Cross-functional Partnership: Act as a trusted finance partner to departments such as HR, Legal, Ecosystem, and BD, supporting strategic planning and operational execution.

Fulfill and work other duties and responsibilities as they come about.

Role Requirements

• Expertise: Strong background in financial control, accounting, or finance operations, with at least 6 years of experience. Demonstrated success in crypto treasury management and digital asset reporting.
• Industry Experience: Experience working in Web3, blockchain ecosystems, or high-growth tech startups. Familiarity with Layer 1 / protocol foundations preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in  accounting software and ERP systems
• Cross-functional: Strong track record of collaborating across departments and contributing to strategic initiatives.
• Problem-Solving & Judgment: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to apply sound judgment in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively and proactively with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Autonomy: Ability to work independently, drive initiatives, and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.