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CoinbaseAccounting Manager, Tokenized Equities
Coinbase operates as a remote-first organization that requires staff to gather periodically for in-person collaboration sessions termed surges. The company offers Tokenized Equities, enabling eligible users…
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Coinbase operates as a remote-first organization that requires staff to gather periodically for in-person collaboration sessions termed surges. The company offers Tokenized Equities, enabling eligible users outside the United States to purchase digital tokens backed directly by United States stocks and exchange-traded funds without needing a brokerage account. These products issue through the Abu Dhabi Global Market, a regulated financial hub supervised by the FSRA, and operate 24 hours a…
Job Description
Coinbase operates as a remote-first organization that requires staff to gather periodically for in-person collaboration sessions termed surges. The company offers Tokenized Equities, enabling eligible users outside the United States to purchase digital tokens backed directly by United States stocks and exchange-traded funds without needing a brokerage account. These products issue through the Abu Dhabi Global Market, a regulated financial hub supervised by the FSRA, and operate 24 hours a day onchain.
Coinbase seeks an Accounting Manager for Tokenized Equities to act as the finance lead for this business line in a senior individual contributor capacity. The chosen professional will establish the accounting and reporting infrastructure from the ground up. Key areas of ownership include accounting policies, general ledger operations, financial systems, internal controls, and regulatory filings for legal entities. This position requires active coordination across departments such as Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and controllership, alongside interaction with external regulators and auditors.
This opportunity fits finance professionals who enjoy tackling complex challenges and constructing financial architecture from scratch. Candidates will need to manage regulatory compliance involving the FSRA, establish reporting frameworks for issuer entities, and build control environments that span both on-chain and off-chain ledgers. Total compensation for this position includes an annual base salary ranging from 503,500 د.إ to 530,000 د.إ AED, alongside potential equity, bonus eligibility, and comprehensive health benefits.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement the accounting framework from the ground up, addressing token issuances, redemptions, intercompany transactions, asset tracking, and the financial close cycle.
- Manage regulatory compliance and filings directed to the FSRA by engaging directly with regulators, building controlled reporting workflows, and handling ad-hoc inquiries.
- Collaborate across Product, Engineering, Legal, Tax, Compliance, Treasury, FP&A, and Finance Data teams to guarantee that transaction flows maintain accuracy, scalability, and control.
- Approve account structures, ledger setups, posting rules, fund flows, reconciliations, and reporting prior to product launches.
- Conduct technical accounting evaluations under IFRS and US GAAP for new structures, evaluating areas such as balance sheet treatment, stock splits, and dividends.
- Establish reporting processes for the issuer entity to deliver local filings, annual audited IFRS financial statements, and external audit support.
- Implement a rigorous internal control environment tailored for a regulated rollout, ensuring proper audit trails, books, records, and data integrity across systems.
- Detect accounting, reporting, and control risks proactively to establish clear ownership and remediation plans.
Requirements
- Demonstrated accounting or finance background within a regulated environment such as capital markets, digital assets, broker-dealers, exchanges, custody, or clearing operations.
- Direct working experience interacting with financial regulators regarding examinations, inquiries, or filings.
- Proven capability to interpret and apply accounting guidance to novel or intricate financial products.
- Track record of designing and implementing finance processes for new products, legal entities, or regulatory frameworks.
- Strong mindset focused on internal controls and system design prior to launch dates.
- Clear communication abilities suited for fast-paced and ambiguous environments.
- Knowledge of the FSRA rulebook and its overarching regulatory framework.
- Competence in utilizing generative AI tools responsibly in daily operations while applying human-in-the-loop practices to improve quality and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Possess a degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- Hold a professional credential such as a CPA, CA, or equivalent designation.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Equity eligibility
- Bonus eligibility
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the location and remote policy for this role?
This is a remote position at a remote-first company, though employees are expected to gather quarterly for in-person working sessions known as surges.
What is the salary range for the Accounting Manager position?
The annual base salary ranges from 503,500 د.إ to 530,000 د.إ AED, excluding equity and bonuses.
What type of employment is this?
The posting specifies this as a full-time, senior individual contributor role.
Are there application limits for candidates?
Candidates may submit a maximum of three applications within a six-month period.
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