Remote Junior Accountant: Detail-Oriented & Growth-Driven

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera Talent seeks a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records in a remote-friendly San Francisco environment. The role involves handling transactions, reconciliations, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with company policies.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounting principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, or coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience with financial transactions, reconciliations, invoices, and accounting records.
• Experience using spreadsheets and accounting or financial management software.

Responsibilities

• Record and process daily financial transactions.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare, review, and process invoices, expenses, payments, and receipts.
• Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare financial reports, account summaries, and spreadsheets as required.
• Monitor outstanding invoices, payments, and account balances.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in financial records and transactions.
• Assist with journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with audits by gathering and organizing financial documentation.

Skills

Basic accounting principles

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Data entry

Remote work setup

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Simera Talent seeks a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records in a remote-friendly San Francisco environment. The role involves handling transactions, reconciliations, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with company policies.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounting principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues.