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Senior Technical and Reporting Accountant

Company: Achieve

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Achieve is seeking a Senior Technical and Reporting Accountant for a remote work-from-home position. The role involves working with the Center of Excellence (COE) to build automation, improve reporting functionality, and implement new US GAAP. The candidate will collaborate on monthly, quarterly, and annual Consolidated Financial Statements, assist with daily and monthly reporting, and support financial audits. The ideal candidate will have an Accounting Degree, Active CPA, minimum 8 years of relevant experience, advanced Excel skills, and strong technical GAAP experience. Achieve offers hybrid and remote opportunities, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

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Area Scouts | Sports - Regional Manager | Athlete Evaluator

Company: Area Scouts

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Fortinet Certified Trainer - Contract 1099 - Part Time / Flexible

Company: CDW

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Area Scouts | Sports - Regional Manager | Athlete Evaluator

Company: Area Scouts

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Area Scouts | Sports - Regional Manager | Athlete Evaluator

Company: Area Scouts

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Athlete Evaluator

Company: Area Scouts

Location: Manchester, NH / Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Partner Engineer I

Company: Affirm

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Senior Enterprise Account Manager - FA&D

Company: Ansys

Location: Boulder, CO / Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Field Supplier Quality Engineer

Company: RTX

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Machine Learning Research Scientist

Company: Leidos

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Athlete Evaluator

Company: Area Scouts

Location: Las Vegas, NV / Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Contract Project Manager

Company: Hitachi Energy

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical hourly or weekly rates for contract tech roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level contractors earn $30–$50 per hour, mid‑level $50–$80, senior‑level $80–$120, specialist roles such as AI/ML or security typically $100–$150, and lead or architect positions can exceed $150 per hour. Regional cost of living and the specific technology stack also influence these ranges.
What skills and certifications are most sought after for contract tech positions?
High‑demand skills include cloud platform expertise (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect), Kubernetes & Helm, Terraform, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, security certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, data engineering tools (Snowflake, BigQuery), programming languages (Python, Go, TypeScript), and Agile or Scrum facilitation. Demonstrated project experience on similar stacks is often required.
Can contract tech roles be performed remotely, and what is the typical remote work policy?
Approximately 80–90% of contract tech positions are fully remote, with clients providing VPN access and collaboration tools. Some contracts may require occasional on‑site visits for client meetings or data‑center access, but most clients emphasize a remote‑first workflow and enforce compliance with local data‑residency laws.
How can contractors advance their careers while staying in contract work?
Contractors can build a strong portfolio, specialize in high‑paying stacks, pursue advanced certifications, and secure retainer or multi‑project contracts. Continuous learning keeps rates high, and many contractors transition into permanent roles with the same clients or move into consulting, contract management, or specialized advisory positions.
What current industry trends are influencing the demand for contract tech talent?
Digital transformation, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, cybersecurity needs, remote‑first culture, microservices architecture, edge computing, and the rise of platform‑as‑a‑service (PaaS) are driving companies to hire contractors for rapid experimentation, scaling, and expertise that is too scarce for full‑time positions.

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