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About Figure

Figure (NASDAQ : FIGR) is transforming capital markets through blockchain. We're proving that blockchain isn't just theory - it's powering real products used by hundreds of thousands of consumers and institutions.

By combining blockchain's transparency and efficiency with AI-driven automation, we've reimagined how loans are originated, funded, and traded in secondary markets. From faster processing times to lower costs and reduced bias, our technology is helping borrowers, investors, and financial institutions achieve better outcomes.

Together with our 170+ partners, we've originated over $17 billion in home equity loans (HELOCs) on our blockchain-native platform, making Figure the largest non-bank provider of home equity financing in the U.S. Figure's ecosystem also includes YLDS, an SEC-registered yield-bearing stablecoin that operates as a tokenized money market fund, and several other products and platforms that are reshaping consumer finance and capital markets.

We're proud to be recognized as one of Forbes' Most Innovative Fintech Startups in 2025 and Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in Finance and Personal Finance.

About The Role

The Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) will oversee all aspects of Figure's accounting operations, including technical accounting, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting processes. This role is responsible for managing the financial reporting cycle and maintaining strong internal controls in compliance with SoX requirements. The ideal candidate will combine solid controllership with practical business insight, guiding decisions that support both accuracy and efficiency. The CAO will lead and develop a high-performing accounting team, helping them thrive in a fast-growing, dynamic business environment. Proven experience building and scaling accounting teams in a public company setting, and experience leading remote teams is highly preferred.

What You'll Do

• Lead a geographically distributed team covering corporate and product accounting, accounts payable, and technical accounting.
• Oversee all accounting operations, including month-end close, quarterly reporting, and annual audits.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and governance practices, continually refining team policies and procedures.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and lead relevant portions of Audit Committee discussions.
• Collaborate closely with the CFO to guide technical accounting decisions and implement company-wide accounting policies.
• Design and maintain a SOX-compliant control framework.
• Identify and implement process and system improvements to enhance efficiency across the accounting function.
• Participate as a key member of the finance leadership team, partnering with the CFO and other executives on strategic and operational priorities.

What We Look For

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Benefits

Figure is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Figure will not sponsor work visas for this position. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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