Accounting Assistant HT

Simera
  • San Francisco, California
    11 days ago

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate will assist with transaction processing, reconciliations, invoices, financial records, and administrative accounting tasks while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with established procedures.

    Responsibilities
    • Assist with recording and processing daily financial transactions.
    • Enter invoices, expenses, payments, and other accounting information into financial systems.
    • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
    • Assist with invoice verification, payment processing, and account updates.
    • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial records.
    • Review financial information for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
    • Maintain organized accounting records, files, and supporting documentation.
    • Assist with preparing financial reports, spreadsheets, and account summaries.
    • Monitor outstanding invoices, payments, and account balances.
    • Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
    • Research and resolve discrepancies in financial records and transactions.
    • Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding accounting information when required.
    • Support audits by gathering and organizing financial documentation.
    • Ensure accounting records are maintained according to company policies and procedures.
    • Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and sensitive information.
    • Assist with other accounting and administrative tasks as needed.
    Required Skills
    • Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.
    • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
    • Good numerical and analytical abilities.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
    • Comfortable working with accounting software and financial systems.
    • Strong data entry and record-keeping skills.
    • Ability to identify discrepancies and perform basic reconciliations.
    • Good written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
    • Strong problem-solving and follow-up skills.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial information.
    • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with teams.
    • Reliable, organized, and proactive approach to work.
    Requirements
    • Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, finance, or a similar role.
    • Basic understanding of financial transactions, invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
    • Experience using spreadsheets and accounting or financial management systems.
    • Strong computer and digital skills.
    • Ability to maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
    • Ability to handle repetitive and detail-oriented tasks while maintaining accuracy.
    • Ability to meet deadlines and follow established accounting procedures.
    • Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
    • Reliable internet connection and a suitable setup for remote work.
    • Professional, organized, dependable, and detail-oriented attitude.
    • English proficiency is required if the position involves working with English-speaking clients, vendors, or teams.
    By applying to this position, we’ll create your Simera Professional Key (SPK) — a unique key that helps you connect with employers, stand out, and secure the right match.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Francisco, California

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Softwareunmatched
    • Accounts Payableunmatched
    • Accounts Receivableunmatched
    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Billingunmatched
    • Bookkeepingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Credit Cardsunmatched
    • Data Entryunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • English Languageunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Administrationunmatched
    • Financial Managementunmatched
    • Financial Operationsunmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Financial Systemsunmatched
    • Financial Transactionsunmatched
    • Follow Throughunmatched
    • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Numerical Analysisunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Payment Processingunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Procedure Developmentunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Records Managementunmatched
    • Spreadsheetsunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Transaction Processing/Managementunmatched
    • Work From Homeunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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