Robinhood Markets was founded on a simple idea: that our financial markets should be accessible to all. With customers at the heart of our decisions, Robinhood and its subsidiaries and affiliates are lowering barriers and providing greater access to financial information. Together, we are building products and services that help create a financial system everyone can participate in.
With growth as the top priority...
The business is seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures and systems; playing a key-role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you’re invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world — we’d love to have you apply.
We’re looking for an Assistant Controller to oversee Corporate Accounting, Consolidations and Order to Cash, including the monthly close process end-to-end. Reporting to the Controller, you will be responsible for hiring and developing team members, managing day-to-day accounting activities, and establishing new processes as well as improving existing processes to drive efficiency. You will interact and coordinate with colleagues in Finance & Strategy, Tax, Corporate Engineering and various other departments across the Company to ensure proper accounting treatment and accurate financial results. The Assistant Controller will play a key leadership role in the Finance organization around process improvement, system implementations and optimizations, automation initiatives, M&A integration, standardizing processes and mentoring the team.
It is preferred that this role is located in one of the office locations listed on this job description which will align with our in-office working environment. This position is only eligible for remote work in limited geographies within the US where we do not have physical office locations. Please connect with your recruiter for more information regarding our in-office philosophy and expectations.
What you’ll do- Provide leadership, support and professional development opportunities to the growing US and international Robinhood accounting team
- Lead the monthly close process, including coordinating with teams that have dependencies on the close calendar
- Partner with cross-functional teams to identify how strategic business and product changes impact accounting. Ensure the accounting related to new products is operationalized timely and internal controls are established
- Work with the Finance Engineering team to automate the accounting close process and ensure finance systems are being used in the most efficient manner
- Liaise with Technical Accounting to drive reporting and policy-based projects and documentation
- Lead the order to cash process, including accurate invoicing and timely collections of outstanding receivables
- Ensure successful accounting integrations of all M&A transactions, including compliance with US GAAP/Robinhood policies, systems and opening balance sheet
- Assist with finance transformation initiatives, including the chart of accounts redesign and implementation
- Develop a culture of mentorship, continuous improvement, training and success in the accounting organization
- Support external audit requirements related to specific areas of responsibility
- 15+ years of total experience with increasing levels of responsibility including people management
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills, high energy and initiative - with a proven ability to manage significant initiatives across the organization, as well as develop and motivate staff
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, excellent soft-skills, and ability to motivate and influence all levels of management
- Strong understanding of technical accounting issues
- Ability to assess and implement technology to automate and control numerous accounting processes
- Strong knowledge and understanding of IT general controls, application controls and how they relate to business processes
- Experience with system implementations and M&A integrations preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA required
- Market competitive and pay equity-focused compensation structure
- 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
- Annual lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more!
- Lifetime maximum benefit for family forming and fertility benefits
- Dedicated mental health support for employees and eligible dependents
- Generous time away including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
- Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo-specific commuter benefits
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected salary range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. This role is also eligible to participate in a Robinhood bonus plan and Robinhood’s equity plan. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Click here to learn more about available Benefits, which vary by region and Robinhood entity.
We’re looking for more growth-minded and collaborative people to be a part of our journey in democratizing finance for all. If you’re ready to give 100% in helping us achieve our mission—we’d love to have you apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every single requirement in this posting. At Robinhood, we're looking for people invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world, not just those who simply check off all the boxes.
Robinhood embraces a diversity of backgrounds and experiences and provides equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We are dedicated to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work (and work environment) will be for everyone. Additionally, Robinhood provides reasonable accommodations for candidates on request and respects applicants' privacy rights. Please review the specific Robinhood Privacy Policy applicable to the country where you are applying.
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