Remote Finance Assistant: Detail‑Oriented & Reconciliations

Simera; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a Finance Assistant to support daily financial and administrative activities, including transactions, reconciliations, invoicing, reporting, and record keeping with accuracy and confidentiality. The role covers accounts payable/receivable, month-end close support, audits, budgeting assistance, and collaboration with internal teams while maintaining strong data integrity and compliance.

This remote-enabled position is based in San Francisco and requires strong Excel skills and

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accounting and financial principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Comfortable working with accounting software, financial systems, and digital tools.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Good data entry and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and assist with reconciliations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and follow-up skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information responsibly.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with finance and other teams.

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 knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel / Google Sheets

Data entry

Analytical abilities

Written and verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Simera is seeking a Finance Assistant to support daily financial and administrative activities, including transactions, reconciliations, invoicing, reporting, and record keeping with accuracy and confidentiality. The role covers accounts payable/receivable, month-end close support, audits, budgeting assistance, and collaboration with internal teams while maintaining strong data integrity and compliance.

This remote-enabled position is based in San Francisco and requires strong Excel skills and