Remote Staff Accountant: Detail-Oriented & Reporting

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, maintain the general ledger, and ensure accurate financial records. The role handles journal entries, reconciliations, A/P and A/R, and assists with month-end close in a fast-paced, remote-friendly environment.

You will collaborate with internal teams to prepare financial statements and management reports, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and help improve accounting processes and reporting accuracy while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• Experience with general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills and proficiency with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Record and review daily financial transactions and journal entries.
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and supporting documentation.
• Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Prepare and review invoices, payments, expenses, and account adjustments.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare account analyses, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Review transactions for accuracy, proper classification, and compliance with accounting policies.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in accounts and financial records.
• Monitor account balances and investigate unusual or outstanding transactions.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting files and documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as required.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation.
• Ensure accounting activities comply with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting accuracy.

Skills

General ledger

Financial reporting

Journal entries

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Excel / Sheets

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

General ledger software

Job description

Simera is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, maintain the general ledger, and ensure accurate financial records. The role handles journal entries, reconciliations, A/P and A/R, and assists with month-end close in a fast-paced, remote-friendly environment.

You will collaborate with internal teams to prepare financial statements and management reports, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and help improve accounting processes and reporting accuracy while