Coinbase

M&A, Ventures and Accounting Policy Manager

Coinbase$170K — $200K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 9+ years of progressive accounting experience; mix of Big 4 and industry roles; CPA required
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP, specifically in M&A (ASC 805), investments (ASC 321, ASC 323), and consolidation (ASC 810)
  • Experience in leading financial due diligence and identifying accounting risks
  • Proven ability to manage external consultants and advisors effectively
  • Skilled in drafting technical accounting memos and financial statement disclosures
  • Ability to leverage generative AI for improved business outputs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead financial due diligence on target companies, assessing earnings quality and accounting risks
  • Oversee purchase accounting for acquisitions under ASC 805, including goodwill calculations
  • Determine accounting treatment for strategic investments under ASC 321, ASC 323, and ASC 810
  • Maintain and update accounting policies; partner with auditors on technical accounting memos
  • Draft disclosures for 10-Q and 10-K filings and ensure effective SOX controls
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide accounting expertise for new developments

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements, including remote options
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan to support retirement savings
  • Potential for equity and bonus eligibility
Full Job Description
As an M&A and Accounting Policy Manager on Coinbase's Accounting team, you'll serve as the primary accounting resource across the full M&A and investment transaction lifecycle - from financial due diligence and purchase accounting through post-close integration and ongoing investment accounting. Reporting to the Director of Reporting and Technical Accounting Policy, you'll simultaneously maintain and evolve Coinbase's accounting policies across new and emerging business activities. You'll apply deep US GAAP expertise to complex transactions and new products, partnering with Legal, Corporate Development, Tax, and Controllership to drive accounting conclusions in a fast-moving environment. What you'll do: • Lead financial due diligence on target companies, including quality of earnings analysis, working capital assessments, and identification of accounting exposures, off-balance-sheet items, and deal-relevant risks • Own end-to-end purchase accounting for completed acquisitions under ASC 805, including purchase price allocation, intangible asset recognition, goodwill calculation, and measurement period adjustments • Determine and apply the appropriate accounting treatment for strategic investments under ASC 321, ASC 323, and ASC 810, including equity method and fair value option elections • Maintain and update Coinbase's accounting policies, prepare technical accounting memos on new or evolving products and transactions, and bring each analysis to closure in partnership with external auditors • Draft original footnote disclosures, MD&A, and transaction-related disclosures for 10-Q and 10-K filings, and ensure SOX controls related to business combinations, investments, and accounting policies are designed and operating effectively • Partner with Product, Legal, Tax, FP&A, Controllership, and Corporate Development to provide accounting expertise for new product launches, complex transactions, and post-close integration Required Skills and Experience: • 9+ years of progressive accounting experience with a strong mix of Big 4 public accounting and industry experience; CPA required • Demonstrated breadth and depth of US GAAP knowledge, including M&A accounting (ASC 805), investment accounting (ASC 321, ASC 323), and consolidation (ASC 810) • Proven experience leading financial due diligence, including quality of earnings analysis, working capital assessment, and identification of accounting risks across live deal processes • Track record of managing external consultants and advisors across M&A workstreams, including scoping engagements, reviewing deliverables, and holding advisors to quality and timeline standards • Proven ability to draft technical accounting memos and original financial statement disclosures that clearly communicate complex accounting conclusions to cross-functional stakeholders at all organizational levels • Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality. #LI-Remote Job ID: P77060 Pay Transparency Notice: Base salary varies by location (see range below). Total compensation may also include equity and bonus eligibility, and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)). Annual base salary range (excluding equity and bonus): $170,765-$200,900 USD Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.

About Coinbase

Coinbase is a digital currency exchange that allows users to buy, sell, and store cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. The company was founded in 2012 by Brian Armstrong and Fred Ehrsam and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Coinbase has over 56 million verified users in over 100 countries and has facilitated over $335 billion in trades. Coinbase offers a variety of services, including a cryptocurrency wallet, a trading platform, and an API for developers. Coinbase is known for its user-friendly interface and high level of security. Coinbase has raised over $547 million in funding from investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Greylock Partners, and the New York Stock Exchange.
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Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Founded
2012

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