Remote Staff Accountant: Detail-Oriented Reconciliations Pro

Simera; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a highly organized Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. The role requires solid knowledge of general ledger activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting, with experience in AP/AR and month-end close.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets, and familiarity with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Experience with general ledger maintenance and financial reporting required.

Responsibilities

• Record and review daily financial transactions and journal entries.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting documentation.
• Perform reconciliations of bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Prepare invoices, payments, expenses, and account adjustments.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare analyses, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports.
• Review transactions for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Investigate discrepancies in accounts and records.
• Monitor balances and explore unusual transactions.
• Maintain organized accounting files and documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Support audits with requested documentation.
• Ensure compliance with policies and standards.
• Identify process improvements for reporting accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Work independently and with teams to meet deadlines.

Skills

Accounting principles

General ledger

Financial reporting

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Reconciliations

Excel/Sheets

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Simera is seeking a highly organized Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. The role requires solid knowledge of general ledger activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting, with experience in AP/AR and month-end close.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets, and familiarity with ERP systems.