Finance and Operations Manager

Summary

Join Akash Network, a decentralized cloud computing marketplace, as their Finance & Operations Manager. You will be responsible for the financial and administrative backbone of the business, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, treasury, and HR operations. This role offers the opportunity to grow into a Controller role within 12-18 months. You will work closely with service providers and the global team, managing both fiat and crypto finances. The ideal candidate is comfortable with ambiguity, enjoys building structure, and is eager to work in a crypto-native environment. The position includes full health benefits and equity & token grants.

Requirements

• 3–6 years of experience in finance, accounting, or operations
• Familiarity with crypto finance and operations (wallets, tokens, on-chain payments, etc.)
• Strong understanding of A/R, A/P, payroll, and treasury workflows
• Experience with tools like QuickBooks Online, Rippling, and Brex
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced, and evolving environments
• Exceptionally detail-oriented and process-driven, with strong documentation skills
• Excellent asynchronous communication (we’re a distributed team)

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable, vendor onboarding, and fiat/crypto payments
• Coordinate accounts receivable and collections
• Run and support bi-weekly payroll for both U.S. and international contractors
• Oversee treasury workflows including: cash tracking, wires, and operational wallets
• Conduct financial monthly close and reporting
• Maintain and reconcile internal financial records (crypto + fiat)
• Work closely with the Decentralized Cloud Foundation for cross-organizational efforts
• Track and document token activity, grants, and distributions
• Coordinate with internal teams on ecosystem incentives and rewards
• Understand and manage crypto-specific accounting and compliance risks
• Work with on-chain tools, wallet software, and crypto custody platforms
• Partner with our internal HR system (Rippling) for: Benefits onboarding and renewals
• Employment documentation and verification
• Compliance and contractor administration
• Employee and contractor off boarding
• Maintain internal HR documentation
• Own and optimize workflows across QuickBooks, Rippling, Brex, Crypto Subledger, and other ad hoc systems
• Help implement automation and improvements across back office operations
• Create process documentation and SOPs for scale and audit readiness

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or progress toward certification (preferred)
• Experience with crypto accounting and tax (e.g., token comp, chain explorers, custody)
• Startup or DAO finance ops experience
• Familiarity with crypto tax tools
• Prior experience scaling systems and finance operations at an early startup or growth-stage company

Benefits

• Full health benefits
• Equity & token grants (flexible based on experience)