Assistant Controller, Revenue

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think youre capable of?

At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. Its 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.

To achieve our mission, were seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the companys hardest problems.

Our work culture is intense and isnt for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, theres no better place to be.

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 youll be doing (ie. job duties) :

• 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 in you (ie. job requirements) :

Nice to haves :

Job ID : P72240

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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

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AI Disclosure

For select roles, Coinbase is piloting an AI tool based on machine learning technologies to conduct initial screening interviews to qualified applicants. The tool simulates realistic interview scenarios and engages in dynamic conversation. A human recruiter will review your interview responses, provided in the form of a voice recording and / or transcript, to assess them against the qualifications and characteristics outlined in the job description.

For select roles, Coinbase is also piloting an AI interview intelligence platform to transcribe and summarize interview notes, allowing our interviewers to fully focus on you as the candidate.

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