Remote Accounting Assistant - Precise & Organized

Simera; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking an organized Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting and financial operations in a remote-friendly setup based in San Francisco. You will assist with transactions, invoices, reconciliations, and administrative accounting tasks while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

The role emphasizes data entry, processing payments, maintaining records, and supporting month-end close, with collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, AP/AR or similar role.
• Basic understanding of financial transactions, invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Proficient with spreadsheets and accounting systems.
• Strong computer and digital skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow established accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Record and process daily financial transactions.
• Enter invoices, expenses, and payments into 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 and completeness.
• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and account summaries.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and balances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Respond to inquiries regarding accounting information as needed.
• Support audits by gathering and organizing documents.
• Ensure records are maintained per company policies.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Numerical ability

Excel / Sheets

Accounting software

Data entry

Discrepancy resolution

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Independent worker

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Simera is seeking an organized Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting and financial operations in a remote-friendly setup based in San Francisco. You will assist with transactions, invoices, reconciliations, and administrative accounting tasks while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

The role emphasizes data entry, processing payments, maintaining records, and supporting month-end close, with collaboration across teams.