Internal Audit Analyst

About the Role

The Internal Audit team is Coinbase's independent third line of defense, and as such, you will play a key role in maintaining the company's integrity and ensuring that it operates within the boundaries of regulatory requirements. Your work will have a direct impact on the company's ability to manage risk and achieve its mission of increasing economic freedom.

Coinbase is a remote-first company, but not remote-only, which means you will have the opportunity to work with a distributed team and collaborate with colleagues from around the world. You will be expected to be self-motivated, disciplined, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do

• Execute end-to-end financial crime compliance audits, including scoping, risk and control assessments, walkthroughs, control testing, and drafting workpapers and reports that are clear, complete, and actionable.
• Own audit logistics and stakeholder engagement in a remote environment, tracking requests, open items, and testing status while maintaining proactive communication with cross-functional partners.
• Identify control gaps during fieldwork by performing root cause analysis, evaluating exception severity based on likelihood, impact, and regulatory exposure, and escalating where additional stakeholder outreach is required.
• Develop risk-based recommendations in collaboration with stakeholders, document management responses and action plans, and validate remediation of prior audit findings through to closure.
• Maintain current knowledge of anti-money laundering and sanctions regulations across all jurisdictions where Coinbase operates, applying regulatory developments to audit scope and testing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize audit risks, and develop audit plans that address these risks.
• Perform data analysis using techniques such as SQL to identify trends and anomalies in large datasets.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management and the audit committee.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging risks, and apply this knowledge to improve the audit process.

What We Are Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in audit, compliance testing, risk management, or related control-focused roles within financial services.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate control exceptions and classify findings by severity based on likelihood, impact, regulatory exposure, and prevalence.
• Proven ability to translate identified exceptions into clear, proportionate conclusions and recommendations that reflect the severity of risk presented.
• Familiarity with data analysis techniques (SQL preferred) to perform testing across large datasets.
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple audit workstreams and stakeholder communication in a fully remote, asynchronous environment.
• Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, including anti-money laundering and sanctions regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Nice to Have

• Experience with audit software and tools, such as audit management systems and data analytics platforms.
• Certification in a related field, such as CPA, CISA, or CIA.
• Experience working in a remote-first company, with a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities of remote work.
• Familiarity with cloud-based technologies and agile development methodologies.
• Experience with machine learning or artificial intelligence, and its applications in audit and risk management.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Opportunity to work with a fast-growing and innovative company in the fintech space.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment, with a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about their work.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options, with the ability to work from anywhere in the world.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) matching program.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, with a strong focus on continuous learning and improvement.
• Access to the latest technologies and tools, with a budget for professional development and training.

• Be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience in audit, compliance testing, and risk management, and how you have applied your skills in previous roles.
• Make sure you have a strong understanding of financial regulations, including anti-money laundering and sanctions regulations, and be prepared to discuss how you have applied this knowledge in your work.
• Familiarize yourself with Coinbase's products and services, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the company's mission and goals.
• Practice your communication and interpersonal skills, as you will be working with stakeholders at all levels, and will need to be able to effectively communicate complex ideas and concepts.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience working in a remote environment, and how you have managed multiple workstreams and stakeholder communication in a fully remote, asynchronous environment.
• Consider obtaining certification in a related field, such as CPA, CISA, or CIA, to demonstrate your expertise and commitment to the field.