Remote Accounting Assistant - Detail-Driven & Reliable

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

simera-talent is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting tasks and financial operations. The role involves recording transactions, processing invoices, assisting with AP/AR, and maintaining accurate records with strict confidentiality.

You will help with month-end close, reconcile bank and credit card statements, prepare reports, and respond to inquiries. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and proficient with spreadsheets and basic accounting software, able to

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or related roles.
• Knowledge of invoices, payments and reconciliations.
• Experience with spreadsheets and accounting systems.
• Ability to work remotely and independently.
• English proficiency if working with English-speaking clients/vendors.

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 skills

Excel/Sheets

Accounting software

Data entry

Discrepancy resolution

Communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

simera-talent is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting tasks and financial operations. The role involves recording transactions, processing invoices, assisting with AP/AR, and maintaining accurate records with strict confidentiality.

You will help with month-end close, reconcile bank and credit card statements, prepare reports, and respond to inquiries. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and proficient with spreadsheets and basic accounting software, able to