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Learn crypto accounting through real-world workflows
Master how to record, reconcile, and report on digital asset activity using the tools and processes finance teams use in practice.
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Program overview
This program is built to teach crypto accounting the way it actually works in practice. Instead of theory-heavy lessons, you’ll follow real workflows used by finance teams, from tracking on-chain activity to reconciling wallets and preparing reports.
You’ll work through practical scenarios using industry tools, learning how to handle transactions across exchanges, wallets, and subledgers. By the end, you’ll understand how to structure crypto accounting systems, stay compliant with standards, and confidently manage digital asset reporting.
The goal is simple: give you the skills to go from raw blockchain data to accurate, audit-ready financials.
Live cohort based
7 weeks training
20 CPD/CPE credits
Lifetime access
What you will learn
Learn to navigate block explorers across Ethereum, EVM-compatible chains, and Solana, from reading basic transaction hashes to interpreting advanced transaction logs for DeFi activity and on-chain reconciliation
- Block explorers overview including Etherscan & Solana explorers
- Transaction hashes examples
- Accrual versus cash basis accounting for onchain transactions
- Reconciliation block explorer data
Set up and connect your accounting software to a crypto subledger and book real onchain transactions (Included: Full access to subledger)
- Setting up crypto chart of accounts in Xero & QuickBooks
- Connecting Xero/QuickBooks to subledger
- Token view vs. wallet view
- Booking sends, receives, swaps & internal transfers
Understand the full custody landscape and learn how to evaluate, set up, and manage wallets for a business using digital assets.
- Custodial wallets: how they work and when to use them
- Non-custodial wallets: live demo including MPC and multisig
- Setting up multisig wallet policies
- Non-custodial management best practices
Learn how to build custom workflows and deploy AI agents in your onchain finance practice. (no engineering background required)
- AI tools, agents, and workflows: use cases for onchain finance
- Build your own Crypto Wallet Analyser:
- Build your own Crypto Dashboard: EVM & non-EVM chains
Apply IFRS and US GAAP to digital assets, and understand exactly how to present them on financial statements.
- IFRS & US GAAP: cost method vs. fair value method
- Accounting for stablecoins
- Valuation & active market considerations
- Financial statement disclosures
Understand what auditors look for in digital asset engagements, and how to prepare your organisation to pass.
- Audit assertions: Balance sheet & P&L
- Send-to-self vs. digital signature test
- Practical exercise using a crypto audit tool
- SOC reports for digital assets
Who is this certification for?
Accountants transitioning into digital assets
You want to expand your skillset with a globally recognized credential and become job-ready in one of the fastest-growing areas of finance.
Accounting firms servicing digital assets clients
Upskill your team to confidently handle crypto accounting, audit, and tax and turn digital assets into a core service offering.
Finance & ops professionals working at crypto native firms
You've just stepped into a fast-moving space and need practical, hands-on knowledge of the tools and workflows used on the ground.
Startup Founders & Operators
Get a clear, working understanding of how to manage your business finances using digital assets without needing to become an accountant.
Prerequisites
- A basic familiarity with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum
- A foundational understanding of accounting principles
- Experience setting up and using a self-custodial wallet such as MetaMask
- A computer with internet access to attend live sessions and complete hands-on exercises
From fundamentals to real onchain workflows in 7 weeks
We bridge the gap between traditional finance and digital assets with education that actually prepares you for the job.
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Week 1
Block explorers
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Week 2
Subledger Implementation
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Week 3
Accounting for Onchain Transactions
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Week 4
Wallets & Custody
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Week 5
Treasury Management
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Week 5
Using AI in Crypto Accounting & Finance
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Week 5
Payments & Internal Control
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Week 6
Company Formation
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Week 6
Tax Treatments
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Week 7
Accounting Standards and Audit
- Describe the purpose and features of block explorers
- Differentiate between accrual and cash basis accounting for on-chain transactions
- Reconcile on-chain transaction data using block
- Identify alternative on-chain data sources
- Apply best practices and implement practical tips
Why OCF Institute
Our unique learning methodology gives you exactly what you need. Live sessions, real instructors, and a global cohort that keeps you accountable from week one to graduation
Access Industry Tools
Hands-on implementation of the most widely used tools in digital asset accounting and finance.
Live Assistance from Instructors
Real practitioners, not career educators. Have direct access to our instructors during the course, and long after you graduate.
Quizzes for All Modules
No final exam but quizzes at the end of every module with a 70% pass mark.
Curriculum Updated Every Cohort
New modules, new instructors, and evolving AI workflows, our curriculum is updated every cohort to reflect how the digital assets industry actually works today.
Meet our instructors
Adrian Cachinero Vasiljevic
Co-Founder at Steakhouse Financial
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Bassil Eid
Managing Partner at Detof
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Bo Zhang
Head of Europe at Canton
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Cameron Browne
Co-Founder of Darien Advisors
Christophe Lassuyt
CEO at Request Finance
Jack Gale
Contributor at kpk, Gnosis DAO, Beefy
Jeremy Nau
Partner at The Network Firm
Jonathan Turnham
Partner at NXT Law
Mackenzie Thota
CEO at Hashbasis
Max Kalyuzhnyi
Head of Finance at Makina
Michael Bacina
Partner at NXT Law
Nick Ward
Partner at The Network Firm
Nik Pletikos
Founder at Provecto
Rohit Goel
Treasurer of Protocol Labs
Umar Mallam Hassam
Founder at OCF Institute & Host at The Accountant Quits
Our students apply onchain finance in their day-to-day work
Upskill with Digital Assets Accounting
Includes
- 20+ hours of live class
- Access to our private 400+ community
- Access to industry leading crypto accounting tools
- Lifetime access & updates
Week 1 No Questions Asked Money-Back Guarantee
When you enroll in the Crypto Accounting Academy, you’re fully protected by our 100% Money-Back Guarantee.
If you don’t feel you’ve received massive value through our hands-on practical approach any time before the second class, we’ll refund you 100% of the price.
No hassles, no questions, no hoops to jump through.
Frequently asked questions
What is Crypto Accounting Academy?
The Accountant Quits ‘Crypto Accounting Academy’ is the first comprehensive course and certification program to help accountants learn crypto accounting.
It’s composed of 7 modules to provide you with the foundation of having the practical knowledge to run the operations and bookkeeping transactions on the blockchain.
After completing every module, you can take an exam and earn a NFT-based certificate to build up your crypto accounting track record.
Who is the Crypto Accounting Academy for?
Our programs are designed for finance professionals at different stages. Whether you're transitioning into digital assets or already working with them, you can start at the level that fits your experience.
What’s the Prerequisite Accounting Knowledge in Order to Enrol?
Our programs are designed for finance professionals at different stages. Whether you're transitioning into digital assets or already working with them, you can start at the level that fits your experience.
Does the Crypto Accounting Academy have an official certification?
Our programs are designed for finance professionals at different stages. Whether you're transitioning into digital assets or already working with them, you can start at the level that fits your experience.
Will I receive a certification upon completion of the course?
Our programs are designed for finance professionals at different stages. Whether you're transitioning into digital assets or already working with them, you can start at the level that fits your experience.
