Remote Finance Assistant | Detail-Driven Accounts Support

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a Finance Assistant to support daily financial and administrative activities from a remote setup. You will assist with recording transactions, invoicing, reconciliations, and reporting while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

The role involves helping with month-end close, audits, and budgeting activities as needed. The ideal candidate has strong Excel/Sheets skills, experience with accounting systems, and a disciplined, detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Experience processing financial transactions and invoices.
• Proficient with spreadsheets and accounting systems.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Ability to work remotely with reliable internet.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recording and processing daily financial transactions.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Process invoices, expenses, payments, receipts, and other financial documents.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation.
• Assist with bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Review financial information for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Monitor invoices, payments, expenses, and outstanding balances.
• Prepare and update spreadsheets, financial reports, and account summaries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in financial records and transactions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities when required.
• Assist with gathering and organizing documentation for audits and financial reviews.
• Enter and update financial information in accounting and finance systems.
• Communicate with internal teams, vendors, and other stakeholders regarding finance-related requests.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and business information.
• Follow established financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support other finance and administrative projects as needed.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Time management

Excel / Google Sheets

Data entry

Reconciliations

Communication

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

Finance or accounting education

Tools

Accounting software

Financial management systems

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Simera is seeking a Finance Assistant to support daily financial and administrative activities from a remote setup. You will assist with recording transactions, invoicing, reconciliations, and reporting while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

The role involves helping with month-end close, audits, and budgeting activities as needed. The ideal candidate has strong Excel/Sheets skills, experience with accounting systems, and a disciplined, detail-oriented approach.