Remote Accounting Assistant - Detail-Driven Bookkeeping

Simera; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a highly organized Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting and financial operations, including processing transactions, reconciliations, invoices, and records with accuracy and confidentiality.

You will enter data into financial systems, assist with AP/AR, reconcile accounts, help with month-end close, and prepare reports, while following established procedures in a remote, collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, finance, or a similar role.
• Basic understanding of financial transactions, invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Experience using spreadsheets and accounting or financial management systems.
• Strong computer and digital skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Ability to handle repetitive and detail-oriented tasks while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow established accounting procedures.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
• Reliable internet connection and a suitable setup for remote work.
• Professional, organized, dependable, and detail-oriented attitude.
• English proficiency is required if the position involves working with English-speaking clients, vendors, or teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recording and processing daily financial transactions.
• Enter invoices, expenses, payments, and other accounting information into financial systems.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Assist with invoice verification, payment processing, and account updates.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial records.
• Review financial information for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Maintain organized accounting records, files, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparing financial reports, spreadsheets, and account summaries.
• Monitor outstanding invoices, payments, and account balances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in financial records and transactions.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding accounting information when required.
• Support audits by gathering and organizing financial documentation.
• Ensure accounting records are maintained according to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and sensitive information.
• Assist with other accounting and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Time management

Numerical/analytical

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Data entry

Reconciliations

Communication

Independent remote work

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Simera is seeking a highly organized Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting and financial operations, including processing transactions, reconciliations, invoices, and records with accuracy and confidentiality.

You will enter data into financial systems, assist with AP/AR, reconcile accounts, help with month-end close, and prepare reports, while following established procedures in a remote, collaborative team setting.