Junior Accountant - Detail‑Oriented, Remote

Simera; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Simera seeks a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. The role covers transaction processing, reconciliations, and reporting while upholding confidentiality and policy adherence.

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of accounting principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently or with a team in a remote setup. Prior bookkeeping or accounting experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or a similar role.
• Degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience with financial transactions, reconciliations, invoices, and accounting records.

Responsibilities

• Record and process daily financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare, review, and process invoices, expenses, payments, and receipts.
• Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare financial reports, account summaries, and spreadsheets as required.
• Monitor outstanding invoices, payments, and account balances.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in financial records and transactions.
• Assist with journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with audits by gathering and organizing financial documentation.
• Ensure accounting activities follow company policies and established procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and business information.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting and financial issues.
• Support process improvements and other accounting projects as needed.

Skills

Basic accounting principles

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Excel or Google Sheets

General ledger knowledge

Data entry

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business Administration degree

Tools

Accounting software/ERP

Job description

Simera seeks a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. The role covers transaction processing, reconciliations, and reporting while upholding confidentiality and policy adherence.

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of accounting principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently or with a team in a remote setup. Prior bookkeeping or accounting experience is a plus.