Remote Finance Assistant: Detail-Oriented & Reconciliations

Simera; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a highly organized Finance Assistant to support daily financial and administrative tasks. You will assist with transactions, invoicing, reporting, and record-keeping while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and preparing financial reports. The role requires strong Excel/Sheets skills and the ability to work independently in a remote-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in finance, accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a similar role.
• Education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience processing financial transactions, invoices, expenses, or payments.
• Experience using spreadsheets and accounting or financial management systems.
• Basic understanding of reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Strong computer and digital skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Ability to manage detail-oriented tasks while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow established financial procedures.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
• Reliable internet connection and a suitable setup for remote work.
• Professional, organized, dependable, and detail-oriented attitude.
• English proficiency is required if the position involves working with English-speaking clients, vendors, or teams.

Responsibilities

• Record and process 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 basics

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel/Sheets

Accounting software

Data entry

Reconciliations

Communication

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Confidential data

Remote work

Reliability

Education

Finance education

Accounting coursework

Business Admin

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Accounting software

Financial systems

Job description

Simera is seeking a highly organized Finance Assistant to support daily financial and administrative tasks. You will assist with transactions, invoicing, reporting, and record-keeping while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and preparing financial reports. The role requires strong Excel/Sheets skills and the ability to work independently in a remote-friendly environment.