Accounting Manager

Talos: Institutional Fabric for Digital Asset Markets

Founded in 2018, Talos provides institutional-grade trading technology for the global digital asset market, powering many of the major players in the crypto ecosystem. Our mission is clear: to advance the mass adoption of digital assets by seamlessly connecting institutions to the digital asset ecosystem. We are committed to building the most innovative and trusted platform in the world, supporting the entire trading lifecycle.

At Talos, you’ll find an environment that champions kindness and respect, values diverse perspectives, and upholds inclusivity at every turn. We believe every member of our team brings invaluable insights and abilities that drive Talos forward. In our pursuit of excellence, we foster a culture of trust, integrity, collaboration, and mutual growth.

We are a tight-knit yet globally distributed team of highly experienced engineers and business leaders, with hubs in New York, London, Singapore, and Cyprus. You’ll be part of a hybrid-friendly environment where your unique talents and insights will play a crucial role in building something extraordinary.

Profile

We’re hiring an Accounting Manager to join our fast-growing, tech-focused Accounting and Financial Operations team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, scaling environment and enjoys a hands-on role in shaping accounting functions within the rapidly evolving digital assets sector.

The Accounting Manager will play a key role in supporting Talos’s daily operations and strategic finance agenda as we continue to expand globally. Financial Operations at Talos covers the full scope of finance functions—from Treasury to Accounting to FP&A & more—and regularly partners with teams across the business. This role will have broad exposure to technical accounting, financial reporting, tax, audits, and process optimization. This role will report into the Director, Controller.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and collaborative, with a mindset that views accounting not as bookkeeping, but as a strategic partner to the business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and local statutory reporting requirements.

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

• Oversee the Accounts Payable function and manage our outsourced provider.

• Research and apply technical accounting guidance, including ASC 606 (revenue recognition), ASC 350 (software development costs), and ASC 718 (share-based compensation).

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

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

• Manage state, federal, and international tax filings in coordination with external firms.

• Lead activities of independent auditors and oversee audits across international jurisdictions.

• Propose and implement efficiency improvements in processes, systems, and internal controls.

• Produce periodic and ad hoc financial reporting.

• Support treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting.

Qualifications & Attributes

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

• CPA required.

• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience; mixture of public accounting/ industry experience preferred

• Background in software/SaaS or financial services industries preferred.

• Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail.

• Strong project management and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced, scaling environment.

• Familiarity with accounting and finance ERPs; Sage Intacct experience preferred.

• Experience with IFRS preferred.

• Experience with COSO 2013 and SOX compliance preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

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!

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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 careers@talos.com.To protect the interests of all parties, Talos Trading, LLC and its affiliates (“Talos”) strongly discourage submission of unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate.

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