Assistant Controller, Revenue

About the role

As an Assistant Controller at Coinbase, you will take charge of revenue recognition for complex crypto transactions, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards. This role requires close collaboration with various teams, including Product and Engineering, to ensure proper revenue accounting treatment for new product launches.

You will lead month-end and quarter-end close processes, drive improvements to revenue systems, and build scalable accounting processes. A strong emphasis is placed on mentorship and developing junior team members, making this role pivotal for the growth of the Revenue team.

The salary range for this role is between $205,785 and $242,100 USD, which reflects the seniority and expertise required.

Skills that matter here

• ASC 606: This role requires a deep understanding of ASC 606 for revenue recognition compliance.
• IFRS 15: Knowledge of IFRS 15 is essential for managing revenue recognition processes.
• ERP systems: Experience with ERP systems like NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle is necessary for streamlining accounting workflows.
• SQL: Proficiency in SQL is needed to enhance reporting and reconciliation efforts.

Who this role suits

• Has a strong accounting background with over 13 years of experience.
• Possesses leadership skills with direct people management experience.
• Demonstrates a solid understanding of revenue recognition standards.
• Shows interest in the crypto and digital asset space.

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.