[Hiring] Assurance Senior (Blockchain - US Clients) @Bpm Llp

Role Description

The rapid rise of the blockchain and digital assets is disrupting and transforming how we do business today and it will change how we do business tomorrow. There is not a better time to join our growing BPM Blockchain and Digital Assets practice. We are looking for a passionate Assurance Senior serving an evolving and exciting industry. Join our BPM blockchain and digital assets team, a team that loves serving our clients as well as helping our clients become successful. This team works with many large crypto entities including exchanges, wallets, miners, trading platforms, and funds with activities in DeFi, mining, staking, lending, and NFTs. This is a dedicated role within BPM’s Blockchain and Digital Asset Industry Group.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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+ 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).

Benefits

• 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.