Analyst, Business Controller
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled financial controllers in the crypto space has skyrocketed, with a reported 25% increase in job openings in the last year alone. As companies like Coinbase continue to innovate and expand their product suites, the need for professionals who can navigate the complex financial landscape has become paramount. With its commitment to increasing economic freedom, Coinbase stands out as a leader in the industry, offering a unique opportunity for growth and development. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the high expectations and intense environment that come with working at a remote-first company like Coinbase, as well as the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest developments in crypto regulations and financial technologies.
Job Description
About the Role
The Analyst, Business Controller position at Coinbase is a critical component of the company's Accounting organization, specifically within the Business Controllers team. As a central coordinator, this role brings together various stakeholders from accounting, tax, treasury, credit risk, and operations to ensure the successful launch of new products without compromising financial integrity, audit readiness, or regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a remote-first environment.Day-to-day, the Business Controller will evaluate new trade strategies and product launches, determining their financial impact and driving cross-functional implementation from scoping through go-live. This involves partnering closely with finance stakeholders, business leads, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and adherence to financial and regulatory standards.
The Business Controllers team acts as the 'One-DRI' for product launches with financial impact, serving as a trusted advisor to the business by navigating the Finance organization on their behalf. This role reduces friction in product launches and ensures that the right stakeholders are informed and consulted at each stage, producing high-quality documentation of fund flows, key financial risks, and accounting treatment decisions.
What You Will Do
- Partner with finance stakeholders, business leads, and cross-functional teams to evaluate new trade strategies, determine finance requirements, and coordinate implementation across accounting, tax, treasury, and operations.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the business, navigating the Finance organization on their behalf, reducing friction in product launches, and ensuring the right stakeholders are informed and consulted at each stage.
- Produce high-quality documentation of fund flows, key financial risks, and accounting treatment decisions, and deliver regular status updates to executive management.
- Scope, design, and implement financial controls in partnership with business and process owners to address key risks and ensure operating effectiveness for audit and regulatory readiness.
- Collaborate with external vendors and IT partners to automate manual processes and build scalable workflows that support Coinbase's growing product portfolio.
- Evaluate and mitigate financial risks associated with new product launches, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Develop and maintain relationships with cross-functional teams, including accounting, tax, treasury, and operations, to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes and industry developments, applying this knowledge to improve financial processes and controls.
- Participate in quarterly in-person working sessions (surges) to collaborate with the team and drive business outcomes.
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or controllership, with direct exposure to crypto exchanges, fintech, or financial services product operations.
- CPA certification (or in progress) with a foundation in technical accounting, preferably including Big 4 public accounting experience.
- Proven ability to coordinate cross-functionally across accounting, tax, legal, treasury, and operations teams to drive product launches from scoping through go-live.
- Demonstrated experience scoping and implementing financial controls to address key risks in new or evolving business processes, including documenting fund flows and accounting treatment decisions.
- Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and develop creative solutions.
Nice to Have
- Experience with financial planning and analysis, including budgeting and forecasting.
- Knowledge of cryptocurrency regulations and standards, such as AML/KYC.
- Familiarity with cloud-based financial management systems and tools, such as NetSuite or Adaptive Planning.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and bonus structure, with potential for equity participation.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, with flexible PTO policies.
- Remote work stipend and support for home office setup.
- Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs.
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools, with a focus on innovation and experimentation.
How to Stand Out
- When applying, make sure your resume and cover letter are tailored to the specific requirements of the Business Controller role, highlighting your experience in finance, accounting, or controllership.
- Be prepared to discuss your understanding of financial regulations and standards in the crypto space, as well as your experience with financial planning and analysis.
- Showcase your ability to work effectively in a remote-first environment, with examples of how you have collaborated with cross-functional teams in the past.
- Familiarize yourself with Coinbase's products and services, as well as the company's mission and values, to demonstrate your passion for the industry and the role.
- Prepare questions to ask during the interview, such as what a typical day looks like in the role, or how the company approaches professional development and growth opportunities.
- Consider creating a portfolio or sample work that demonstrates your skills in financial analysis, planning, and control, to share with the hiring team during the application process.
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