Director of EMEA Controller, Robinhood
Commission-free stock trading platform
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Commission-free stock trading platform
1001+ employees
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1001+ employees
Company mission
To democratize finance for all.
Role
Who you are
- 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant experience leading accounting functions across EMEA
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; recognized accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) required
- Proven leadership skills and experience managing teams across multiple geographies
- Deep knowledge of IFRS/US GAAP and local statutory reporting requirements across key EMEA jurisdictions
- Strong experience on internal controls and tax (e.g., VAT/GST)
- Strong understanding of internal controls, operational processes, and accounting system architecture
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex initiatives involving cross-functional collaboration, systems integration, and process transformation
- Experience supporting M&A integrations, implementing finance systems, and scaling operations in a high-growth environment
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and partner across multiple functions and levels of the organization
What the job involves
- Robinhood is seeking a Director, EMEA Controller to lead accounting operations across the EMEA region. Based in our London office, this role will report to the Global Controller and will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting, statutory compliance, and the month-end close process for EMEA legal entities
- You’ll play a key leadership role in scaling Robinhood’s international accounting function, helping drive finance transformation and operational excellence across the region. You’ll partner closely with global and regional teams in Finance, Legal, Tax, Product, and Engineering to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting, while also building and mentoring a high-performing regional team
- Lead the accounting close process for all EMEA entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local statutory requirements and US GAAP
- Oversee financial reporting, including preparation of statutory financial statements and coordination with external auditors across multiple jurisdictions
- Hire, develop, and manage a growing EMEA accounting team, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Serve as a key partner to the Global Controller and cross-functional stakeholders on finance transformation efforts, including process improvements, system implementations, and automation initiatives
- Collaborate with Product and Business teams to assess accounting implications of new product launches or business changes in EMEA markets
- Support M&A integration activities within the region, including accounting policy alignment, systems onboarding, opening balance sheet validation and integration
- Partner with Technical Accounting, Tax, and Legal teams to ensure proper treatment and documentation of complex transactions
- Drive implementation of scalable processes, controls, and reporting tools that meet the needs of a growing international business
- Review local tax documentation (e.g. VAT/GST) and filings across EMEA and collaborate with the global tax team to support accurate and timely local tax and U.S. group tax reporting and compliance
- Ensure successful completion of external audits and support SOX and internal control requirements as applicable
- Develop a culture of mentorship, continuous improvement, training and success in the accounting organization
Salary benchmarks
Our take
For years, traditional brokers ruled the share trading realm, charging hefty fees that locked out everyday investors. Robinhood emerged as a disruptor, offering commission-free trading and opening the door to a new generation. Its innovative model thrives on premium features like increased buying power and extended trading hours, attracting a younger audience drawn to meme stocks like AMC and GameStop.
But Robinhood's not just about quick thrills. The company claims its mission lies in catering to "the unmet needs of the next generation," evidenced by its "Robinhood Retirement" launch, targeting gig-economy workers often excluded from financial planning. This commitment to accessibility aligns with its core values.
However, 2023 brought unexpected turbulence, as Robinhood became entangled in the FTX cryptocurrency exchange bankruptcy scandal when it emerged that the US Department of Justice seized hundreds of millions of dollars of the company's shares tied to FTX founder Bankman-Fried. Despite these challenges, Robinhood successfully bought back the missing stock, and its impact on democratizing finance remains undeniable.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 13 rounds)
Feb 2021
$2.4bn
CONVERTIBLE
Jan 2021
$1bn
LATE VC
Total funding: $5.6bn
Company benefits
- Well-being - Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Family & home life - Parental leave, personal prosperity benefits
- Comfort & care - Annual lifestyle stipend
- Office life - Catered meals and fully stocked kitchen, commuter benefits
- Growth - Education and training, community events, career mentorships
Company HQ
Downtown Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA
Leadership
Vlad Tenev
(Co-Founder)Studied Mathematics at Stanford University, where they met their fellow co-founder. Dropped out of a PhD to start Robinhood.
Baiju B.
(Co-Founder)Studied Mathematics and Physics at Stanford University, where they met their fellow co-founder.
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