Who We Are:
At OKX, we believe our future is reshaped with technology. Founded in 2017, OKX is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency spot and derivatives exchanges. OKX innovatively adopted blockchain technology to reshape the financial ecosystem by offering some of the most diverse and sophisticated products, solutions, and trading tools on the market. Trusted by more than 20 million users in over 180 regions globally, OKX strives to provide an engaging platform that empowers every individual to explore the world of crypto.
In addition to its world-class DeFi exchange, OKX serves its users with OKX Insights, a research arm that is at the cutting edge of the latest trends in the cryptocurrency industry. With its extensive range of crypto products and services, and unwavering commitment to innovation, OKX vision is a world of financial access backed by blockchain and the power of decentralized finance.We invest in our people as much as we invest in technology. We are united by our engaging culture, here we win as a team, embrace changes, and do the right thing. We are committed to creating a friendly, rewarding and diverse environment for OKers.
It doesn’t matter where you come from, here everyone feels valued, respected and has the same opportunities to develop and thrive — we want to bring out the best in you
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Oversee and manage areas including accounting, taxation, internal controls, cost management, accounts payable, management reporting, and regulatory reporting.
- Prepare accurate financial statements and reports in line with IFRS/GAAP standards, incorporating adjustments for crypto-specific requirements.
- Coordinate and lead interactions with auditors and regulatory authorities to ensure clear financial reporting and meet statutory audit obligations.
- Contribute to business development by providing financial forecasts and ROI analyses.
- Drive initiatives to streamline financial processes, implement automation, and enhance efficiency in areas such as transaction processing, reconciliation, and reporting.
- Establish a monthly close process for the local entity and integrate it with the consolidated group close.
- Adapt the group’s cost management system for localised needs and requirements.
- Develop Finance Policies and ICAAP frameworks focused on financial and regulatory reporting.
- Act as a functional leader in navigating regulatory requirements with the MFSA.
- Keep current with evolving financial reporting standards and tax obligations in Malta.
- Assist in setting up the local banking infrastructure.
- Manage the day-to-day financial operations.
What We Look For In You:
- CPA Qualified, Bachelor’s degree in finance or similar
- Over 6 years of relevant experience in financial services or the crypto industry, specialising in derivatives, futures, options, and perpetual instruments
- Strong working knowledge of IFRS mandatory; and tax regulations
- Self-starting problem solver, able to self-identify and execute new tasks as they emerge, and solve problems proactively to full completion without significant direction
- Clear and effective communication skills are critical
- Understanding of the cost management framework and how to connect it with a systematic AP process
- The skillset to work within the demands of a fast-paced startup environment
- Outstanding attention to detail
Nice to Haves:
- Experience working across time zones and cross cultural teams
- Bonus points if you have previously worked at a crypto exchange!
- Passionate about blockchain technology and the crypto payments space
