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Coinbase

Assistant Controller, Revenue

Coinbase, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Overview

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you’re capable of? At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It’s a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and with it, the future global financial system. We’re seeking a highly motivated candidate who is passionate about our mission and the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. This role is for someone who embraces challenging problems, seeks feedback to level up, and wants to contribute to building the future with high-caliber colleagues. While many roles at Coinbase are remote-first, we are not remote-only. In-person participation is required throughout the year. Team and company‑wide offsites are held multiple times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Controller, Revenue, to join our dynamic finance team. This is a critical role responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of our revenue recognition processes in a complex and rapidly evolving cryptocurrency environment. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of ASC 606 (or IFRS 15), strong process and analytical skills, and a passion for the digital asset space. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting as we continue to expand our innovative offerings. You will also be instrumental in building out scalable processes, ensuring robust internal controls, and providing insightful financial analysis for our rapidly expanding institutional offerings. What you’ll do

Lead the application of ASC 606/IFRS 15 to complex crypto-native transactions (e.g., spot trading fees, staking rewards, NFT royalties, etc.). Develop and maintain robust revenue recognition and reporting processes tailored to crypto products and services. Ensure accurate and timely recording of revenue transactions in compliance with GAAP/IFRS and company policies. Oversee month-end and quarter-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis. Collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams to ensure proper revenue accounting treatment for new product launches. Identify and implement improvements to revenue systems, processes, and controls, leveraging blockchain data and automation tools. Implement and monitor internal controls over revenue cycles to ensure SOX compliance and mitigate risks. Support internal and external audit requests, staying current with evolving accounting standards and crypto industry best practices. Manage and mentor the Revenue team, fostering collaboration across departments and developing junior team members. Lead or participate in special projects related to financial infrastructure, new product launches, and strategic initiatives. What we look for

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation required. 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 4-5 years directly focused on revenue recognition (ASC 606/IFRS 15) within a financial institution. Proven ability to interpret and apply complex accounting guidance to real-world business scenarios, particularly in a nascent and rapidly changing industry. Strong analytical skills with an ability to distill complex data into actionable insights. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts to non-finance stakeholders. Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience with SOX compliance within a financial services context. Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills. Experience with data visualization tools is a plus. Nice to have

Experience working in a high-growth startup or technology company. Familiarity with specific crypto accounting software or blockchain analytics tools. Experience with international revenue recognition and foreign currency considerations. Proven, deep understanding and hands-on experience with digital assets, blockchain technology, and cryptocurrency markets. You should be familiar with various crypto protocols, DeFi concepts, and common digital asset use cases. Job ID: P72240 LI-Remote Pay Transparency Notice: Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)). Pay Range: $201,365—$236,900 USD Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying. Commitment to Equal Opportunity: Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. For US applicants, you may view the Employee Rights and the Know Your Rights notices by clicking on their corresponding links. Additionally, Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Coinbase is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at accommodations[at]coinbase.com. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site, you can download a free compatible screen reader or view a brief tutorial here. Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants: Depending on your location, GDPR and CCPA may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. Our full notice outlining how data will be processed as part of the application procedure for applicable locations is available here. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required. For US applicants only, by submitting your application you are agreeing to arbitration of disputes as outlined here. AI Disclosure: For select roles, Coinbase is piloting an AI tool to conduct initial screening interviews. A human recruiter will review responses, and Coinbase will not use AI to make decisions impacting employment. A separate AI interview intelligence platform may transcribe and summarize interview notes to help interviewers focus on you. These pilots are for testing purposes only.

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