Assistant Controller, Global GL Operations

About the Role

As a key member of the Global GL Operations Accounting team, the Assistant Controller will play a vital role in achieving operational excellence and driving business success. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced accounting professional to join a leading company in the fintech industry and make a meaningful impact.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with experience in managing global financial operations, financial reporting, and team management. They will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and will have a proven track record of achieving results in a collaborative and dynamic team setting.

What You Will Do

• Oversee month-end and quarter-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis for global accounting processes.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Source-To-Pay teams to ensure proper accounting and financial reporting.
• Support in financial statement preparation and review for the global consolidated audit and international subsidiary statutory financial statements.
• Manage and review work deliverables of junior accounting team members, fostering professional development.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting systems, processes, and controls to ensure accounting and reporting accuracy and efficiencies.
• Lead or participate in critical financial infrastructure projects, such as vendor transitions, system integration, and automation.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date process documentation and procedures for all tasks.
• Support ad hoc financial information requests and analyses and other special projects as assigned.
• Maintain international subsidiaries’ parallel books of accounts in line with local country GAAP and maintain appropriate reconciliations and valid support for all adjustments.

What We Are Looking For

• CPA or equivalent required.
• 13+ years of experience, ideally from a Big 4/Professional Services firm or a publicly-traded fintech/SaaS company.
• Minimum 4+ years of direct team management/leadership experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of business functions, with an emphasis on senior-level communication.
• Strong technical accounting skills, including experience with adjusting and managing global financial systems.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.

Nice to Have

• Experience with financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and US GAAP.
• Experience with financial systems and software, such as Excel and accounting ERP systems.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading company in the fintech industry.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.

• Develop a strong understanding of global financial operations and accounting principles to stand out in this role.
• Showcase your experience with adjusting and managing global financial systems, such as Excel, in your application.
• Highlight your ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with senior-level stakeholders.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with financial reporting, financial planning, and analysis (FP&A), and your knowledge of international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and US GAAP.
• Research Coinbase's company culture and values to demonstrate your understanding of the company's mission and vision.
• Consider reaching out to current or former employees to gain insights into the company culture and the role.