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. Whether in-office or remote, you’ll be part of a hybrid-friendly environment where your unique talents and insights will play a crucial role in building something extraordinary.

Accounting Associate

We are seeking an Accounting Associate to join Talos’ fast-growing, tech-focused Financial Operations team. This is a hands-on role supporting core accounting processes, financial reporting, and day-to-day operations. The position is well-suited to someone looking to build and deepen their accounting expertise while contributing to a dynamic digital assets and financial services environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
Prepare balance sheet and P&L reconciliations
Prepare and record journal entries
Record invoices and support the order-to-pay cycle
Assist in the preparation of financial statements in line with US GAAP
Support treasury activities as needed
Assist in preparing audit support and responding to auditor requests
Support system implementations and upgrades, including accounting and finance ERPs

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or related field
1–3 years of relevant accounting experience; public accounting/PCAOB experience preferred
CPA or progress toward CPA preferred
Experience supporting financial reporting and close cycles preferred
Experience in SaaS, software, or financial services environments preferred
Familiarity with IFRS, COSO, and SOX frameworks preferred
Strong attention to detail with a hands-on, proactive approach
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Experience with accounting/finance ERP systems preferred

Check out these videos and links to learn more about Talos and our culture!

Spotlight Article: Talos Snapshot by DRW
Podcast: 2023 episode with co-founders Anton & Ethan
Website: Explore Talos: Products, Investors, Team & More
Case Studies: Real world examples of client solutions
Awards: Talos Wins Hedgeweek Global Digital Assets Award 2024
Culture: Award-winning, Forbes-listed, low-attrition team

Andreessen Horowitz re: Talos: "The company best suited to drive institutional adoption is one that understands traditional capital markets deeply and is forward-thinking enough to fully grasp the promise of crypto. Talos is that company."

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.

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 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.

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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