Accountant, Astera Labs

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of hands-on accounts payable experience
• Solid understanding of accounts payable processes and internal controls
• Experience working with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Coupa, Oracle Fusion, NetSuite)
• Strong Excel skills, including basic formulas and data analysis
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

Desirable

• The Accountant - Accounts Payable role is responsible for independently managing day-to-day accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments
• This role plays a key part in maintaining strong vendor relationships, supporting month-end close activities, and improving AP processes while complying with company policies and accounting standards
• This role reports to the Accounts Payable Manager
• Process, review, and approve vendor invoices and employee expense reports with minimal supervision
• Perform three-way matching (invoice, purchase order, receiving documents)
• Ensure timely and accurate payments via check, ACH, and wire transfers
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries
• Maintain accurate and organized AP records and supporting documentation
• Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable subledger
• Assist with month-end and year-end close, including accruals and reconciliations
• Prepare data file for the annual 1099 filing
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements to AP workflows
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements