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Job Description
<h1><strong>Controller</strong></h1>
<h1><strong>LayerZero</strong></h1>
<p><strong><em>The Future is Omnichain.</em></strong></p>
<p>Founded in 2021, LayerZero’s vision is to create a community of cross-chain developers, building dApps that are no longer constrained by individual blockchain capabilities. With LayerZero's simple, generic messaging protocol, builders will develop cross-chain dApps designed to unify the power of individual blockchains.</p>
<p>We are funded by the best investors in the world including:</p>
<p>a16z, Sequoia, PayPal, Binance Ventures, Coinbase Ventures, Uniswap Labs, Circle Ventures, Delphi Digital, and many more.</p>
<h1><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></h1>
<p>LayerZero is redefining how value moves across chains at internet scale. Our Finance team plays a critical role in enabling this mission by building financial infrastructure that is accurate, scalable, and trusted by leadership, partners, and regulators.<br><br>We’re looking for a Controller to lead and scale our global accounting function. This role owns the integrity of our financials end-to-end — from close and reporting to controls, audit, and compliance.<br><br>You’ll work closely with finance leadership and cross-functional partners to ensure our financial operations are world-class, scalable, and audit-ready as the organization grows. This is a high-impact leadership role with visibility across the business.</p>
<h1><strong>WHAT YOU’LL DO</strong></h1>
<p><strong>Own the Core Accounting Engine</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Lead and continuously improve the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across all entities.</li>
<li>Own the general ledger, consolidation, and financial reporting under US GAAP.</li>
<li>Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness of all financials.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Day-to-Day Accounting &amp; Systems</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and core accounting workflows across systems like NetSuite, Ramp, and payroll providers.</li>
<li>Drive automation and system improvements to increase efficiency and reduce risk.</li>
<li>Ensure subledgers and supporting schedules are clean and fully reconciled.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Crypto-Native Accounting &amp; Complexity</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Oversee accounting for token activity, including transfers, incentives, and intercompany flows.</li>
<li>Ensure alignment between on-chain activity and financial reporting.</li>
<li>Develop scalable policies for digital asset accounting in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.</li>
</ul>
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