Technical Accountant

The role

The Technical Accountant will lead accounting evaluations for complex business initiatives and interpret U.S. GAAP. This person will partner cross-functionally to integrate accounting considerations into business decisions and maintain company-wide policies.

What you will do

• Lead accounting evaluation for complex and emerging business initiatives
• Develop well-supported conclusions and high-quality technical memos
• Serve as a primary liaison with external auditors
• Monitor and interpret new accounting guidance from FASB and other bodies
• Lead implementation efforts for new standards
• Develop, document, and maintain company-wide accounting policies
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Compliance, and Operations
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Active CPA (or equivalent certification)
• 5+ years of experience in public accounting and/or technical accounting roles
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Ability to interpret, apply, and communicate evolving guidance
• Proven success influencing cross-functional teams

Nice to have

• Big 4 preferred
• Experience in financial exchanges, clearing organizations, broker-dealers/FCMs, fintech, or high-growth technology environments

Benefits

• equity
• benefits

About the company

Kalshi has defined a new category of prediction markets. The company allows people to trade on the outcome of any events and turn any question about the future into a financial asset.