Remote Accounting Assistant - Precision & Reliability

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

Job summary

Simera is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations, including processing transactions, invoicing, and reconciliations. You will assist with AP/AR activities, bank and card reconciliations, and month-end close tasks in a remote work setting.

The role requires strong attention to detail, organization, and proficiency with Excel/Sheets and accounting software. Collaboration with teams and maintaining confidential information are essential.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with accounting principles and financial processes.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good numerical and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience with accounting software or financial systems.
• High data-entry and record-keeping proficiency.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and perform basic reconciliations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and follow-up skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams.

Responsibilities

• Record and process daily financial transactions.
• Enter invoices, expenses, payments into systems.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Verify invoices, process payments, update accounts.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements.
• Review financials for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain organized accounting records and docs.
• Prepare financial reports and account summaries.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and balances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks.
• Research discrepancies in records and transactions.
• Respond to internal/external accounting inquiries.
• Support audits by gathering documentation.
• Ensure records comply with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Assist with other accounting and administrative tasks.

Skills

accounting principles

attention to detail

organization & time mgmt

numerical ability

Excel / Sheets

accounting software

data entry & records

discrepancy reconciliation

written & verbal comms

multitasking & deadlines

problem solving & follow-up

confidentiality

independence & teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Accounting software

Job description

Simera is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations, including processing transactions, invoicing, and reconciliations. You will assist with AP/AR activities, bank and card reconciliations, and month-end close tasks in a remote work setting.

The role requires strong attention to detail, organization, and proficiency with Excel/Sheets and accounting software. Collaboration with teams and maintaining confidential information are essential.