Remote Accounting Assistant: Detail-Oriented Bookkeeping

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

Job summary

Simera-talent in San Francisco, CA seeks an Accounting Assistant to support daily transactions, invoicing, reconciliations, and financial records with accuracy and confidentiality.

You will enter invoices, support AP/AR, perform bank reconciliations, assist with month-end close, and maintain organized documentation while adhering to procedures.

Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software, plus ability to work remotely and manage multiple tasks, are valued.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping or a similar role.
• Basic understanding of financial transactions, invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Experience with spreadsheets and financial management systems.
• Strong computer and digital skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Record and process daily financial transactions.
• Enter invoices, expenses, payments, and other accounting data into systems.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Verify invoices and process payments; update accounts.
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit cards.
• Review financial information for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documents.
• Prepare financial reports and account summaries.
• Monitor outstanding invoices, payments, and balances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Investigate discrepancies in financial records.
• Respond to inquiries regarding accounting information.
• Support audits by gathering documentation.
• Ensure records comply with company policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Assist with other accounting and admin tasks as needed.

Skills

Accounting basics

Excel / Sheets

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Remote work

Tools

Accounting software

Financial systems

Job description

Simera-talent in San Francisco, CA seeks an Accounting Assistant to support daily transactions, invoicing, reconciliations, and financial records with accuracy and confidentiality.

You will enter invoices, support AP/AR, perform bank reconciliations, assist with month-end close, and maintain organized documentation while adhering to procedures.

Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software, plus ability to work remotely and manage multiple tasks, are valued.