Technical Accounting Specialist

Mysten Labs is building foundational infrastructure to accelerate the adoption of decentralized protocols based on blockchain technologies. As a Technical Accounting Specialist, you'll take ownership of complex accounting and regulatory matters, partnering with leadership, policy experts, and external advisors to ensure accurate, audit-ready, and defensible financial reporting in a rapidly evolving industry.

Overview

Department

Accounting & Finance

Job type

Full time

Compensation

$170,000 - $200,000 per year

Location

Global

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What You’ll Do

Research, draft, and maintain technical accounting memos on complex transactions (SAFEs, SAFTs, token conversions, carve-outs, revenue recognition)

Support M&A, restructurings, and valuations (ASC 805 purchase price allocations, goodwill, deferred taxes, entity wind-downs)

Assist in designing and operationalizing crypto accounting policies, including token compensation, staking, and on-chain activity

Contribute to financial reporting and disclosures, including crypto holdings, fair value hierarchy, and audit support

Work cross-functionally to improve processes, controls, and accounting technology to reduce reconciliation risk and scale operations

What You’ll Bring

CPA (active) or equivalent, with 5–8 years of experience (Big 4 assurance or technical advisory strongly preferred)

Solid foundation in U.S. GAAP (ASC), with experience drafting memos and disclosures

Exposure to complex transactions (M&A, equity/debt instruments, restructurings) - crypto exposure a plus, but not required

Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving policies and priorities

Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and interest in accounting automation/crypto subledger tools

Strong communication skills - able to translate technical guidance into clear documentation for auditors and leadership

About Mysten Labs

Mysten Labs is a remote-first team hiring across the world, building the future of web3 and bringing the next billion users to web3. They raised a $300M Series B round from top Silicon Valley led venture funds like Jump Crypto, Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Binance Labs, Redpoint, Lightspeed, Coinbase Ventures, Electric Capital, Standard Crypto, NFX, Slow Ventures, Scribble Ventures, Samsung Next, Lux Capital, among other investment firms and strategic partners.

To support an efficient and fair hiring process, they may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.

Important Note

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education credentials, criminal history, and other relevant information.

Be aware that emails from genuine Mysten Labs group recruiters will always come from the @mystenlabs.comdomain or related subdomains (e.g.,mystenlabs.com/careers). Remember: you can always verify positions on our job boards at www.mystenlabs.com/careers.