Tala - Accountant - (6 Months Contract)

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Job Details

Status: Active
Categories: Freelance / Contract Finance, Banking and Accounting
Posted: Apr 5, 2026
Expires: Jul 4, 2026
Work style: Hybrid

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About the Role

We're seeking a detail-oriented and dynamic Accountant to manage in-country records and accounting operations. This will be a six-month contract.

What You'll Do

Assist Controller with all aspects of Tala’s accounting department which includes, but is not limited to, the company's financial statements, general ledger, portfolio accounting, payroll, accounts payable, reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, budgeting, tax compliance, regulatory reporting and various special analyses or projects.
Maintain adequate and effective processes to enhance the close and reporting cycles, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Follow corporate policies and procedures such as invoice processing, cash management, and expense policies.
Design, improve, and manage internal practices, policies, and all accounting to ensure compliance within India.
Implement or enhance processes to further streamline and enable more accurate and timely reporting.
Ensure accurate and timely production of all financial information.
Ad hoc projects as they arise - we are a start-up after all!

What You'll Need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Related Field
5+ years experience in the accounting and finance sector
Public accounting experience - Big 4 preferred
Chartered Accountant
Experience working with IFRS and GAAP reporting
Experience working with Banks, NBFCs, RBI, other financial regulators
Conscientious about timeliness of assignments and quality of work product
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate recommendations in a concise and timely manner
Able to handle multiple tasks and maintain control and order over same
Exceptional work ethic

Our vision is to build a new financial ecosystem where everyone can participate on equal footing and access the tools they need to be financially healthy. We strongly believe that inclusion fosters innovation and we’re proud to have a diverse global team that represents a multitude of backgrounds, cultures, and experience. We hire talented people regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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