Accounting Lead (CONTRACT)

You are an Accounting Lead supporting a growing, service-based organization that is scaling through acquisitions. This role is hands-on, onsite, and highly autonomous, partnering closely with the Controller to stabilize, streamline, and ultimately own the accounting function for multiple locations during a period of growth and systems transition.

This position pays: $45-55/hour depending on experience

Location: Fremont, CA (fully onsite)

What you will be doing:

• Serve as the primary accounting support to the Controller, acting as a true right hand and backup
• Manage full-cycle accounting operations across multiple locations
• Handle high-volume Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable (50–75 invoices daily)
• Process billing, invoicing, collections, and cash application
• Support and progressively take ownership of month-end close
• Compile and review financials for leadership
• Perform gross margin analysis within a service-based revenue model
• Support payroll processes and understand labor impact on margins
• Work within complex revenue streams including equipment sales, preventative maintenance, installations, and service contracts
• Track and manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) from sale through installation
• Support job costing and contract billing
• Assist with accounting consolidation under a single operating entity
• Navigate and support a live ERP transition (Sage to NetSuite)
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls
• Operate independently with minimal training in a fast-moving environment
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations while remaining accounting-focused

What you bring:

• 5+ years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience
• Strong end-to-end knowledge of AP, AR, billing, payroll, GL, and collections
• Experience supporting or owning month-end close and financial reporting
• Understanding of gross margin analysis in a service or project-based environment
• Experience with WIP, job costing, or long-cycle installations strongly preferred
• Comfort working in lean teams and wearing multiple hats
• ERP experience with Sage, NetSuite, and/or QuickBooks
• Ability to hit the ground running with little to no ramp-up time
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize in a high-volume setting
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a flexible approach

For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.

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