Lead of SOX and Internal Controls. Pierre LilyLifestyle

Are you ready to exceed your own expectations?

At Coinbase, our mission is to enhance economic freedom globally. This is a monumental and ambitious goal that demands our utmost effort every day as we pioneer the evolving on-chain platform and the future of the global financial ecosystem.

We are in search of a distinctive candidate who is not only passionate about our mission but also believes in the transformative power of crypto and blockchain technology to modernize the financial system. We want someone who is eager to make a significant impact, thrives under pressure while working with exceptional colleagues, and actively seeks feedback for continuous improvement. We seek someone who approaches the toughest challenges with determination.

Our work culture is dynamic and might not be suitable for everyone. However, if you are looking to shape the future alongside professionals who excel in their respective fields and expect excellence from you, this is the right environment for you.

While many roles at Coinbase support remote working, we do emphasize in-person collaboration throughout the year. Attendance at team and company-wide offsites is expected and fully supported.

The SOX Business Controls Leader will have the pivotal responsibility of designing, leading, and continuously refining the SOX business process control environment across all relevant entities and processes. Acting as the enterprise owner for SOX business process controls, you will collaborate closely with Finance, Accounting, Operations, Product, Engineering, Risk, and Internal Audit to develop a robust and scalable control framework that supports our high-growth, highly regulated environment.

• Take ownership of the SOX Business Controls Framework.
• Define and maintain the enterprise SOX business process control framework, including scoping, risk assessment, control design standards, and documentation requirements.
• Ensure that the SOX program aligns with evolving business activities, new products, system changes, and external regulatory expectations.
• Lead the comprehensive SOX Program for Business Processes.
• Oversee the annual SOX risk assessment, scoping, and materiality determinations for business processes.
• Design and implement key and non-key business controls, which includes manual, automated, and IT-dependent controls.
• Drive the timely resolution of control deficiencies, including sustainable corrective actions.
• Collaborate across Finance, Operations, and Technology.
• Work with various departments like Controllership, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Operations, Compliance, Legal, and Engineering to integrate effective controls into end-to-end processes.
• Influence product and system designs to ensure controls and auditability are prioritized from the outset, minimizing manual interventions.
• Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors, coordinating SOX business process testing, walkthroughs, and evidence requests.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and automation to streamline operations while preserving control effectiveness.
• Provide regular updates on SOX status, key risks, and remediation progress to senior leadership. Establish governance forums and routines for control owners, including training, playbooks, and guidance. Build and lead a high-performing SOX business controls team.
• Utilize generative AI tools and copilots responsibly while continuously learning as technology evolves, applying human-in-the-loop practices to enhance efficiency and quality.

• 13+ years of progressive experience in SOX, internal controls, internal audit, or risk management, with extensive experience in public company settings.
• Strong technical knowledge of SOX 404, PCAOB standards, COSO framework, and best practices for business process control design and testing.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale SOX or controls programs and overseeing intricate cross-functional initiatives.
• Ability to engage effectively with senior leaders and influence without direct authority.
• Proven expertise in core finance and operational processes such as revenue recognition, financial reporting, procurement, disbursements, payroll, and digital asset management.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the capability to convey complex control concepts into clear and actionable guidance.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CA, CIA, CISA, or CRMA.
• Experience with in high-growth, technology-oriented, or financial services sectors such as crypto or fintech.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, workflow tools, and control automation technologies.
• Experience in managing or implementing SOX in multi-jurisdictional or multi-entity global environments.

• Strategic mindset:
  Ability to craft a long-term SOX and controls roadmap that adjusts as the business scales.
• Operational excellence:
  Focus on disciplined execution with clear accountability and measurable outcomes.
• Change leadership:
  Thrive in ambiguity and lead innovative change…