Talos: Institutional Fabric for Digital Asset Markets

Founded in 2018, Talos provides institutional-grade trading technology for global digital asset market participants, powering many of the major players in the digital asset ecosystem.  

We are a tight-knit but decentralized team of highly-experienced engineers and businesspeople. We are a remote-friendly work environment, plus physical hubs in New York, Singapore, London, and Sweden.

Join a fast-growing, tech focused Financial Operations team! The Accounting team at Talos has been experiencing growth in the past year, and this is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on experience to help grow accounting functions in the dynamic & expanding sector of digital assets financial services.

We're Hiring: Accounting Manager

Join a fast-growing, tech focused Financial Operations team! The Accounting team at Talos has been experiencing growth in the past year, and this is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on experience to help grow accounting functions in the dynamic & expanding sector of digital assets financial services.

The Accounting Manager will support the various accounting and finance functions of Talos’s daily operations and strategic agenda as we continue growing globally. Financial Operations covers the full-scope finance function from Treasury to Accounting to FP&A and more. We regularly partner with several internal teams as a resource on financial reporting, application of accounting standards, forecasting, internal controls, and best practice.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, enthusiastic, proactive and collaborative. To them accounting and finance are not bookkeepers, but strategic partners to the business. Successful candidates prioritize their various responsibilities to help Talos be successful at each stage of growth. They have a strong desire to learn whether traditionally or through their experience tackling something new. 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare, review and analyze financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and local statutory reporting requirements to ensure accuracy and completeness

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes including prepare and review monthly close ledger entries and reconciliations 

• Manage Accounts Payable function including overseeing the outsource provider

• Research technical accounting matters such as revenue recognition (ASC 606), software development cost (ASC 350), share-based compensation (ASC 718) recording and implementing new accounting guidance

• Collaborate with FP&A on financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting

• Work with external advisors on technical matters including tax returns and indirect tax compliance 

• Manage state, federal tax filings and corporate reporting (in coordination with external tax firms)

• Coordinate activities of independent auditors including overseeing audits in the international jurisdictions 

• Propose efficiency improvements in accounting processes, accounting systems and internal controls over financial reporting

• Production of periodic and ad hoc reporting

• Assist with treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

• CPA required 

• 4-6 years of relevant progressive accounting experience; public accounting and/or PCAOB experience preferred

• Experience in a software/SaaS or financial services industries preferred

• Hands-on approach with attention to detail

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and take initiative

• Experience with IFRS preferred

• Experience with COSO 2013 and SOX preferred

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities & deadlines

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite with explicit proficiency in Excel

• Proficiency with accounting and finance ERPs preferred (Sage Intacct)

Benefits 

You will also enjoy a comprehensive array of competitive benefits, regardless of your location, within our warm, welcoming, and ambitious company culture. Our offerings include a monthly wellness credit for personal use, such as gym memberships, massages, or even a ski pass for your next holiday. Additionally, we provide paid lunches in the office, monthly fitness and evening socials to foster connections with colleagues, and annual offsite events to engage with the wider team.

In New York City, the annual base compensation range is $130,000 - $170,000.

This position is eligible for discretionary bonus.

Get In Touch!

Sounds compelling?  We’d love to hear from you.  Contact us directly.

Also, check out other open positions listed on our website.

Talos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.  Talos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.  If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].

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Talos will NOT pay fees, commissions or compensation of any kind (“Fees”) for any placement or hire resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Talos will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees and Talos reserves the right to contact, interview, and hire the candidate directly.

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