Technical Accountant

About the opportunity

What We're Up To Kalshi has defined a new category: prediction markets. Kalshi allows people to trade on the outcome of any events and turn any question about the future into a financial asset. Kalshi fought for years and legalized prediction markets in the US for the first time in history. Kalshi is currently the fastest growing financial market in America, and has over 1,900 markets across politics, economics, financials, weather, tech, AI, culture and more. We believe prediction markets have the potential to be the largest financial market because they turn anything into a financial position. Our vision: well… build the largest financial market on the planet. Our mission: bring more truth to the world through the power of markets. Building a new category is hard… like, really hard. But it’s beautiful and deeply fulfilling. Our culture is simple: we hire really talented people, work really hard, and enjoy the climb. We are looking for ambitious and exceptional people to join our (relatively small) team to help us build the next generation of financial markets. Role Roadmap We’re looking for a seasoned, detail-oriented Technical Accountant to serve as a trusted expert on complex accounting issues and emerging business initiatives. You’ll lead the Company’s interpretation and application of U.S. GAAP, partner cross-functionally on high-impact projects, and ensure technical conclusions are accurate, well-reasoned, and thoroughly documented. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of accounting, strategy, and regulatory evolution, and who’s passionate about shaping accounting policy in a fast-growing environment. Key Responsibilities Technical Accounting Leadership Lead the accounting evaluation for complex and emerging business initiatives, collaborating across teams to identify, assess, and resolve technical issues Develop well-supported conclusions and high-quality technical memos that stand up to audit and regulatory scrutiny Serve as a primary liaison with external auditors on technical matters, ensuring transparency and constructive dialogue Accounting Standards & Policy Monitor and interpret new accounting guidance from the FASB and other standard-setting bodies, evaluating potential impacts on financial statements Lead implementation efforts for new standards and ensure consistent application across teams Develop, document, and maintain company-wide accounting policies, updating them as business operations and regulations evolve Cross-Functional Partnership & Projects Partner with Finance, Legal, Compliance, and Operations to ensure accounting considerations are integrated into business decisions Support strategic initiatives and special projects, proactively identifying and addressing accounting implications. Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and active CPA (or equivalent certification) 5+ years of experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and/or technical accounting roles Strong preference for experience in financial exchanges, clearing organizations, broker-dealers/FCMs, fintech, or high-growth technology environments Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ability to interpret, apply, and communicate evolving guidance across varied topics Proven success influencing cross-functional teams and driving alignment across Accounting, Legal, Finance, and Compliance Analytical, structured thinker with exceptional attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills A lifelong learner passionate about technical accounting, regulatory change, and continuous improvement Our Culture Meritocracy is at our core, and we value people who take ownership and figure (usually hard) things out. We dream big. We love our craft deeply and are proud of what we put out in the world. We are committed to our vision of building something big… but also useful: a product that brings more truth through the power of markets. Kalshians are Kalshi’s most important asset: we pick Kalshians carefully, so we trust them fully on day 1. NYC Pay Transparency Disclosure: Salary Range: $100,000 to $180,000 annually plus equity and benefits. This salary range is based on the current available market data, and represents the expected salary range for this role. Kalshi has minimal hierarchy and few titles, but has broad ranges of experience represented within roles. Should you have compensation expectations that exceed these bands, we'd love to hear from you and would welcome you to reach out to further discuss. Commitment to Equal Opportunity Kalshi is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe it is our collective responsibility to uphold these values and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to join us in our mission. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law. If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your talents to support our mission and values, we’d love to hear from you.

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