Assistant Controller - Contract - Remote, United States

Paxon Energy & Infrastructure Services, LLC• MN, US, IN

3h•$65 - $80•Remote

About The Position

Paxon Energy & Infrastructure Services is seeking an experienced, hands-on accounting professional to support our finance/accounting organization in a Lead Accountant / Assistant Controller capacity. This role is designed for a highly capable accounting professional with a strong foundation in close execution and day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently delivering accurate and timely work under recurring deadlines. This position will play a key role in supporting financial statement integrity, maintaining disciplined accounting processes, and ensuring dependable execution across core accounting activities. This is a remote contract/fractional role anticipated to average approximately 25–40 hours per week, with the potential for future full-time consideration based on business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
6+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong understanding of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
Experience owning or heavily supporting month-end close
Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar ERP systems
Familiarity with factoring arrangements and A/R-driven cash flow environments
Experience within engineering, infrastructure, consulting, construction, or field services industries
Prior experience in a Lead Accountant, Senior Accountant, or Assistant Controller role
CPA or CPA-track preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Lead and execute monthly close activities, including accruals, journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Ensure financial statements are accurate, complete, and compliant with GAAP
Maintain organized, well-supported workpapers and close documentation
Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances proactively
Support timely and reliable financial reporting processes
Support day-to-day accounting activities across general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and related accounting functions
Maintain timely completion of recurring accounting responsibilities with strong attention to detail
Manage workflow effectively in a high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy and consistency
Support continuity across day-to-day accounting operations
Help strengthen consistency, organization, and accountability across accounting workflows
Ensure reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting documentation are complete and audit-ready
Self-review work to identify issues early and minimize downstream corrections
Contribute to process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and reliability
Develop a strong understanding of current accounting systems, workflows, and historical accounting practices
Work within and support key platforms and processes, including: Accounting ERP, Insurance-related accounting workflows, Accounts receivable and factoring processes, Project-based operational accounting environments
Help maintain stable accounting operations while supporting process consistency and execution improvement
Communicate clearly and proactively regarding priorities, deadlines, risks, and status updates
Manage multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities effectively
Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and consistent follow-through
Operate independently while collaborating effectively with finance leadership and business partners
Demonstrate strong accounting judgment and the ability to independently identify, investigate, and resolve issues with limited oversight