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RobinhoodTechnical Accounting Manager, New Product
Robinhood is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to support new products and strategic transactions at its Chicago location. Robinhood aims to democratize finance and operates within…
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Robinhood is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to support new products and strategic transactions at its Chicago location. Robinhood aims to democratize finance and operates within the evolving financial sector. In this role, the professional will analyze emerging scenarios, determine appropriate accounting treatments, and assist in structuring deals and product offerings from an accounting perspective. This position is suited for an analytical professional capable of working cross-functionally with groups such…
Job Description
Robinhood is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to support new products and strategic transactions at its Chicago location. Robinhood aims to democratize finance and operates within the evolving financial sector. In this role, the professional will analyze emerging scenarios, determine appropriate accounting treatments, and assist in structuring deals and product offerings from an accounting perspective.
This position is suited for an analytical professional capable of working cross-functionally with groups such as Product, Legal, Tax, Finance, and external auditors. The individual will ensure that accounting practices match the rapid pace of the business while addressing complex and ambiguous situations.
The role operates on an on-site basis. The successful candidate will contribute to technical research, draft position papers, and integrate accounting conclusions consistently across financial statements, disclosures, and internal controls.
Responsibilities
- Conduct technical accounting research and draft documentation for new products and strategic transactions
- Engage early with product and deal teams to review proposed structures and define accounting implications
- Analyze emerging product categories with developing authoritative guidance to reach defensible conclusions
- Partner cross-functionally with legal, tax, finance, and reporting teams to integrate accounting conclusions
- Provide guidance on revenue recognition, digital assets, consolidation, VIE evaluations, and derivatives
Requirements
- Possess five to eight years of progressive experience in technical accounting
- Bring public accounting background from a Big 4 or national firm
- Demonstrate prior experience designing, implementing, and documenting technical accounting policies and procedures
- Show thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the ability to research accounting literature
Qualifications
- Prior work experience at a cryptocurrency organization
Core Skills
Benefits
- Performance-driven compensation with multipliers, bonus programs, and equity ownership
- 401(k) matching
- Fully paid employee health insurance with partial coverage for dependents
- Lifestyle wallet for wellness and learning expenses
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Fertility and mental health benefits
- Paid time off, sick leave, parental leave, and company holidays
- Catered meals and events in the office workspace
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this job located?
This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.
What is the remote work policy?
The posting specifies that the role is on-site.
What experience is required for this role?
Candidates must have five to eight years of progressive technical accounting experience, public accounting background from a Big 4 or national firm, and strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
What is the salary range for this position?
The posting does not specify an exact salary, though the base pay range for Zone 2 locations like Chicago is listed as $131,000 to $154,000 USD.
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