Staff Accountant

Nelson Connects; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Connects is seeking a Staff Accountant on a contracted basis in Fremont, CA with a hybrid schedule. The role focuses on general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and close processes, supporting the Finance team in month- to year-end activities. Candidates should have solid U.S.

GAAP knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently after training. The position offers a hands-on finance environment and opportunities to contribute across the close cycle

Qualifications

• Experience in general ledger accounting and month-/quarter-/year-end close.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting controls.
• Ability to work independently after training and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post accurate journal entries.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure proper recording of transactions.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and review variances.
• Analyze financial data and explain discrepancies to the Controller.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable/Receivable and other teams.
• Maintain supporting documentation and financial reporting.

Skills

General ledger

US GAAP

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Tools

Excel

Job description

Staff Accountant (CONTRACT)

You are an experienced Staff Accountant with a strong general ledger background and knowledge of U.S. GAAP. You are detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced accounting environment. You will support the Finance team with general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, financial analysis, and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.

This position pays: $30/hour

Location: Fremont, CA (hybrid schedule)

What you will be doing:

• Prepare and record accurate and timely journal entries.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are properly recorded.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Review and analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues.
• Analyze account and financial variances and provide explanations to the Controller.
• Ensure accounting activities comply with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• Partner closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Finance, and other accounting team members.
• Research and resolve general ledger discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with financial reporting and other accounting projects as needed.
• Manage multiple accounting priorities while consistently meeting reporting and close deadlines.

What you bring:

• Strong hands-on general ledger accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations.
• Hands-on experience with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• Strong balance sheet reconciliation and variance analysis experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after the initial training period.
• Must be local to the Fremont area and available to work in a hybrid environment.
• Ability to successfully complete a standard background check.

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