Remote Junior Accountant - Detail-Oriented & Reconciliations

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. The role requires solid understanding of accounting principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to assist with financial transactions, reconciliations, reporting, and general accounting activities.

As part of our Finance team, you will record transactions, help with AP/AR, prepare invoices and reports, perform reconciliations, and assist with month-end

Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business Admin.
• Experience with financial transactions, reconciliations, invoices.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Record and process daily financial transactions accurately.
• Assist with AP/AR 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.
• Ensure accounting activities follow company policies and established procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and business information.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting and financial issues.
• Support process improvements and other accounting projects as needed.

Skills

Basic accounting

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Excel/Sheets

Accounting software

Time management

Education

Accounting degree or related coursework

Finance or Business Admin background

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Simera is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. The role requires solid understanding of accounting principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to assist with financial transactions, reconciliations, reporting, and general accounting activities.

As part of our Finance team, you will record transactions, help with AP/AR, prepare invoices and reports, perform reconciliations, and assist with month-end