Accountant, Capital Markets

About the role

This role involves supporting various financial processes within Coinbase's Capital Markets division, specifically for its Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) and Broker Dealer entities. Key responsibilities include assisting with the timely submission of regulatory reports to agencies like the CFTC and NFA, and contributing to monthly accounting close activities. The position also supports the preparation of financial statements and internal and external audits.

A core part of the work involves ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This includes supporting the execution of internal controls related to compliance, regulatory reporting, and accounting policies. The accountant will also monitor the daily liquidity and capital requirements of the entities, ensuring adherence to financial standards.

Success in this role requires a candidate who can operate effectively in a fast-paced, remote environment while managing multiple projects. The ideal individual will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently. Collaboration with team members and stakeholders is essential, as is the ability to promptly escalate any material issues.

The target annual base salary for this position is between $108,630 and $127,800 USD, not including potential equity and bonus.

Skills that matter here

• public accounting: The role requires 3-5 years of experience in public accounting or industry, with a focus on regulated financial services.
• Brokerage accounting experience: Direct experience with brokerage accounting is a key requirement for managing the financial aspects of the Broker Dealer entity.
• FINRA/SEC broker dealer rules and regulations: Familiarity with these regulations is necessary to ensure compliance for the Broker Dealer entity.
• Futures Exchange / CFTC / NFA Rules and Regulations: Knowledge of these rules is crucial for regulatory reporting and compliance related to the Futures Commission Merchant entity.
• Derivatives and Hedging (ASC 815): Familiarity with this accounting guidance is important for handling financial instruments relevant to the capital markets.
• generative AI tools and copilots: The role encourages the responsible use of AI tools to improve efficiency and output quality in daily workflows.

Who this role suits

• A person with 3-5 years of experience in public accounting or regulated financial services, specifically within brokerage, asset management, or investment advisory.
• Someone who thrives in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and can manage multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
• An individual who can work effectively during EST hours to meet critical daily regulatory filing deadlines.
• A professional with strong analytical and communication skills, capable of collaborating with various stakeholders and escalating issues when necessary.

From the employer

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting timely submission of all required reporting to the CFTC, NFA and other regulatory agencies
• Supporting all aspects of monthly accounting close activities related to the FCM and Broker Dealer entities
• Driving preparation of monthly financial statements and quarterly/annual financial results
• Supporting all internal and external audits for the registered FCM and Broker Dealer entities
• Supporting execution of internal controls over compliance, regulatory reporting and accounting policies and procedures
• Monitoring the entities daily liquidity and capital requirements

What we look for in you:

• Possesses 3-5 years of public accounting and/or industry, including required experience within brokerage, asset management, investment advisory, or other regulated financial services organizations
• BA/BS in Accounting or related field
• Must have the ability to work EST hours to meet daily regulatory filing deadlines
• CPA strongly preferred
• Big 4 accounting experience
• Brokerage accounting experience
• Familiarity with FINRA/SEC broker dealer rules and regulations
• Familiarity with Futures Exchange / CFTC / NFA Rules and Regulations as they apply to a registered Futures Commission Merchant
• Familiarity with accounting guidance related to Derivatives and Hedging (ASC 815) and customer fund protection guidance related to FCM futures clients (17 CFR 1.20)
• Knowledgeable about investments with an interest in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency
• Expert project management skills and ability to support numerous projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate effectively with team members and business stakeholders, and promptly escalate material issues to internal stakeholders as required
• Exhibit solid analytical thinking, ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment with excellent prioritization and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to responsibly use generative AI tools and copilots (e.g., LibreChat, Gemini, Glean) in daily workflows, continuously learn as tools evolve, and apply human‑in‑the‑loop practices to deliver business‑ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality.

Pay Transparency Notice:

• Depending on your work location, the target annual base salary for this position can range as detailed below. Total compensation may also include equity and bonus eligibility and benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).
• Annual base salary range (excluding equity and bonus): $108,630—$127,800 USD

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.