Accounting Associate

About the role

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

• Aid 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
• Aid in the preparation of financial statements in line with US GAAP
• Support treasury activities as needed
• Aid in preparing audit support and responding to auditor requests
• Aid in 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

Benefits

• Retirement plan contributions
• Unlimited Vacation + a PTO bonus: Employees that take 15 days of vacation, with 5 days being consecutive, receive a $2000 USD bonus.
• Bonus and stock ownership
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave for 20 weeks, after 1 year of service
• Global offsites and team outings
• A one-time stipend towards at-home office set-up for all employees
• Wellness credit of $50 accrued monthly, to go towards things like gym memberships, ski-passes, and work out classes.
• Lunch credit of $25 USD towards lunches for days in-office
• Other in-office perks: Catered lunches on Tuesdays, snacks, and drinks