Remote Staff Accountant: Precision in Financial Reporting

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a highly organized Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. You will handle GL activities, reconciliations, AP/AR, and financial reporting in a remote-capable role.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and experience with Excel or Google Sheets, ERP systems, and month-end close processes. Collaborative, independent work and timely reporting are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Staff Accountant or in a similar accounting role.
• Experience with general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

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.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and business information.
• Assist with remote work setup and documentation.

Skills

Accounting principles

General ledger

Financial reporting

Excel

ERP systems

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Simera is seeking a highly organized Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. You will handle GL activities, reconciliations, AP/AR, and financial reporting in a remote-capable role.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and experience with Excel or Google Sheets, ERP systems, and month-end close processes. Collaborative, independent work and timely reporting are essential.