Corporate Accounting Manager

About Riot Platforms

Riot’s (NASDAQ: RIOT) vision is to be the world’s most trusted platform for powering and building digital infrastructure. Riot’s mission is to empower the future of digital infrastructure by positively impacting the sectors, networks, and communities that we touch. We believe that the combination of an innovative spirit and strong community partnership allows us to achieve best-in-class execution and create successful outcomes.

Who we are

At Riot, we’re building the future of digital infrastructure. Our team members have unparalleled opportunities to work on groundbreaking initiatives. Through technical excellence and strategic execution, Riot has positioned itself as a leader in the industry driving advancements that continue to set new benchmarks in digital infrastructure. 

We are trailblazers. Problem solvers. People who thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate clearly, and bring relentless focus to efficiency and execution.   

About the role

The responsibilities and authority of the position are consistent with those customarily assigned to a manager-level accounting team member of a public reporting entity including but not limited to owning the monthly close function for assigned areas, with a heavy focus on ownership of accounting for the company’s cash and cash equivalents, leases, stock compensation, equity, payroll, employee benefits, corporate credit cards, and expense reimbursements.

This role requires someone who is comfortable taking initiative, building processes, and operating independently in a fast-paced, high-standards environment. This position will report to the Corporate Controller.

Essential Functions

• Perform month-end close accounting duties for assigned areas, including the preparation of monthly, annual, and ad hoc journal entries; review of journal entries; preparation and/or review of trial balances; and review of account reconciliations.
• Own the company’s stock administration process, including tracking, recording, and reporting of all stock compensation and awards.
• Prepare monthly and/or quarterly fluctuation analyses and review financial statements for accuracy.
• Supervise and provide guidance to a team of accountant(s).
• Work with outside auditors during quarterly reviews and year-end audits, and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley documentation and testing requirements.
• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiencies in the accounting processes.

• Work closely with other departments to ensure excellent customer service and to identify potential issues and work with others to address them professionally.
• Maintain documentation and internal controls over assigned areas, ensuring compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and adherence to SOX controls.
• Ability to take on additional accounting- and stock administration-related responsibilities as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of U.S. GAAP principles
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional departments, team members, vendors, and third parties as needed
• Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills to support the needs of other departments, auditors, and management
• Work independently and take initiative
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Experience in NetSuite is a plus
• High attention to detail

Education and Experience 

• Degree in accounting
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in accounting
• Prior supervisory experience, with responsibility for monthly close processes
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• Public accounting experience preferred
• NetSuite experience preferred

Compensation and Benefits 

• $115,000–$140,000 base salary range, commensurate with experience
• 401k plan with company matching
• Great medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from
• Long-term and Short-term disability
• Additional benefit options (Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance, and more)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• A fun company culture with tremendous growth opportunities!

Riot is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.