Assistant Controller, Revenue

About the role

The Assistant Controller, Revenue, will take ownership of the entire revenue recognition lifecycle for complex crypto transactions. This involves ensuring adherence to ASC 606/IFRS 15 accounting standards and internal company policies. A key part of the role is leading month-end and quarter-end close activities, which includes preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations, conducting variance analysis, and delivering timely financial reports.

A significant aspect of this position is collaborating with various internal teams such as Product, Engineering, Data, and Legal. This partnership is crucial for determining the correct revenue accounting treatment for new product launches and integrating these treatments into operational workflows before products go live. The role also involves developing and scaling revenue accounting processes, internal controls, and SOX-compliant frameworks to support the company's growth.

Success in this role means driving improvements in revenue systems and automation, particularly by leveraging blockchain data and modern tools to enhance accuracy and reduce manual efforts. The Assistant Controller will also strengthen the Revenue team through mentorship, cross-departmental collaboration, and fostering the development of junior team members. Supporting SEC reporting and providing analytical reviews for senior management are also key responsibilities.

The base salary for this position ranges from $205,785 to $242,100 USD, with total compensation potentially including equity, bonus eligibility, and benefits.

Skills that matter here

• ASC 606: This role requires ensuring compliance with this revenue recognition standard for complex crypto transactions.
• IFRS 15: The Assistant Controller must ensure revenue recognition adheres to this international accounting standard.
• ERP systems: Proficiency with these systems is needed to manage and streamline revenue accounting processes.
• NetSuite: Experience with this specific ERP system is beneficial for managing financial operations.
• SQL: This skill is used for leveraging data tools to streamline reporting and reconciliation workflows.
• SOX-compliant internal controls: The role involves implementing and monitoring these controls over revenue cycles for a publicly traded company.

Who this role suits

• Someone with a strong background in revenue accounting, specifically with ASC 606/IFRS 15, who can apply complex guidance to novel business models.
• An individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment and is driven to continuously improve processes and systems.
• A leader with direct people management experience who enjoys mentoring junior team members and collaborating across departments.
• A professional who is familiar with or interested in crypto protocols and blockchain technology, and can integrate this knowledge into accounting practices.

From the employer

• Own end-to-end revenue recognition for complex crypto-native transactions, ensuring compliance with ASC 606/IFRS 15 and company policies.
• Lead month-end and quarter-end close processes for revenue, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and timely financial reporting.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, Data, and Legal teams to determine proper revenue accounting treatment and operationalize transaction flows for new product launches before they go live.
• Build and scale revenue accounting processes, internal controls, and SOX-compliant frameworks to keep pace with Coinbase's growth.
• Drive improvements to revenue systems and automation by leveraging blockchain data and modern tooling to increase accuracy and reduce manual effort.
• Strengthen the Revenue team through hands-on mentorship, cross-departmental collaboration, and development of junior team members.
• Support SEC reporting, board and senior management reporting by delivering monthly management reports, analytical reviews, and ad hoc financial analyses that inform leadership decisions.

• 13+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years directly focused on revenue recognition (ASC 606/IFRS 15) within a financial institution, fintech, or publicly traded technology company.
• Direct people management experience.
• CPA designation with demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex accounting guidance to novel business models, particularly in digital assets or emerging industries.
• Hands-on experience implementing and monitoring SOX-compliant internal controls over revenue cycles at a publicly traded company.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle) and SQL, with experience using data tools to streamline reporting and reconciliation workflows.
• Track record of managing and developing accounting teams while partnering cross-functionally with Finance, Product, and Engineering leadership.
• Familiarity with or interest in crypto protocols, DeFi concepts, blockchain technology, and the broader digital asset ecosystem.
• Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality.

• Base salary range: $205,785—$242,100 USD.
• Total compensation may also include equity and bonus eligibility, and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
• Coinbase is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.