Senior Associate, Strategic Finance chez Bullish

CoinDesk is the most trusted media, events, indices and data company for the global crypto economy. Since 2013, CoinDesk Media has led the story of the future of money and investing, illuminating the transformation in society and culture that comes with it. Our award-winning team of journalists delivers news and unparalleled insights that bring transparency, comprehension and context. CoinDesk Events gathers the global crypto, blockchain and Web3 communities at annual events such as Consensus, the world’s largest and longest-running crypto festival. CoinDesk Indices offers expertise in digital asset indices, data and research to educate and empower investors. For more information on CoinDesk media and events, please visit http://coindesk.com [coindesk.com] and for breaking headlines, data and indices visit http://coindeskmarkets.com [coindeskmarkets.com]

In November 2023, CoinDesk was acquired by the Bullish group, owner of Bullish, a regulated, digital assets exchange. For more information on Bullish, please visit https://bullish.com . CoinDesk operates as an independent subsidiary with an editorial committee to protect journalistic independence.

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Position Overview

Join us at the forefront of the digital asset industry as a Senior Associate on the Strategic Finance team, where you will directly influence our financial trajectory and long-term success. You will drive our core financial planning, forecasting, and strategic modeling processes, providing the critical insights that guide senior leadership. Collaborating closely with teams across treasury, accounting, operations and product, your work will ensure financial discipline and alignment as we navigate the dynamic crypto ecosystem. This is a unique opportunity for a finance leader passionate about digital assets to make a tangible impact by turning complex financial data into a clear roadmap for growth.

Note: This role is based in NYC and will be required to work from our office near Union Square a minimum of 3 days per week. Required working days onsite are at the discretion of the hiring manager and are subject to change based on business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Support the company’s financial planning and forecasting processes, including annual budgets, long-term strategic plans, and liquidity forecasting.

• Assist in maintaining complex financial models to support decision-making and evaluate business performance.

• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on financial analysis, market trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including treasury accounting, operations, and product, to align financial goals with business objectives.

• Collaborate with the Treasury team to align cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and capital allocation strategies with broader FP&A objectives, ensuring optimal resource utilization and risk management.

• Analyze the financial impact of cryptocurrency market trends, regulatory changes, and business initiatives.

• Evaluate activity performed through decentralized finance activities to assess their financial impact, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and forecasting within the cryptocurrency space.

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis and executive summaries.

• Drive the implementation of FP&A tools and systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of financial processes.

• Monitor and report on key financial metrics, including revenue, expenses, profitability, and cash flow.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA preferred).

• 4+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, investment banking, or related roles, with management or leadership experience preferred.

• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.

• Experience in the cryptocurrency, fintech, or technology sector is highly preferred.

• Proficiency in financial planning tools and advanced Excel skills.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting (IFRS is a plus).

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and adapt to evolving industry dynamics.

Bullish US LLC & CoinDesk Inc. are committed to offering competitive compensation and benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $135,000 - $175,000 + discretionary annual target bonus + performance incentives/benefits. Offered salary will be reflective of job related knowledge, skills and commensurate experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

In an effort to attract, retain, develop and promote the most qualified individuals, CoinDesk is committed to treating all applicants and employees in a nondiscriminatory manner with respect to the terms and conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status/service, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This mandate governs all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, promotion, training, education, social and recreation programs, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits.

ACCOMMODATION

CoinDesk is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the application process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request.