Director of Accounting Operations

Astera Labs•San Jose, CA

About The Position

We are seeking a highly operational and systems-savvy Director of Accounting Operations to lead and scale our global accounting processes in a fast-growing semiconductor technology company. This leader will own the record-to-report (R2R) function (excluding technical accounting and SEC reporting), along with accounts payable, revenue accounting, and other related accounting operations responsibilities. This role is ideal for a hands-on, process-driven accounting leader with deep experience in developing teams in large global enterprise environments, process scaling, Oracle ERP, and centers of excellence models. The successful candidate will play a critical role in building a scalable, efficient, and well-controlled accounting organization capable of supporting a dynamic, global business.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles in large enterprise or multinational corporations.
Strong background in accounting operations and controllership functions.
Deep expertise in Oracle ERP (GL, AP, AR/Revenue, Fixed Assets, etc.).
Proven track record in system implementations, finance transformations, or ERP optimization initiatives.
Experience managing global accounting teams and international operations.
Demonstrated success establishing or managing offshore shared services (outsourced or captive models).
Strong operational mindset with the ability to drive process discipline and scalability.

Responsibilities

Lead the accounting operations organization, including General Ledger, Intercompany & Consolidation, Accounts Payable, Revenue Accounting, International coordination, and other related areas.
Develop subject matter expertise and global process ownership disciplines
Oversee the overall global consolidation process, and ensure preparation of consolidated financial statements are timely, accurate, and in accordance with US GAAP.
Build and scale the global accounting organization through strategic initiatives aligned with the objectives of the Company and leveraging technology partnering closely with the Finance Transformation and Business Systems teams.
Partner with external auditors to ensure successful completion of quarter reviews and annual audits.
Establish and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting, governance practices, and continuous refinement of policies and procedures.
Drive a disciplined, predictable, and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
Own the design, structure, scalability, and ongoing governance of the chart of accounts (COA).
Maintain consistency, data integrity, and reporting alignment across legal entities and geographies.
Drive automation, standardization, and process redesign initiatives across the organization.
Collaborate with cross-functional business partners to optimize processes and anticipate accounting outcomes and resources to accommodate.
Build scalable processes that support rapid growth, acquisitions, and evolving business needs.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience managing direct reports and influencing cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging across all organizational levels.
Strong program management skills, including in-depth involvement with stakeholders to execute effectively and produce thoughtful and comprehensive plans
Highly operational and detail-oriented with a passion for process excellence.
A systems-forward leader who leverages technology and thinks “automation first”.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
A strong cross-functional collaborator and business partner.
A leader capable of balancing control rigor with business agility.
Build, mentor, and develop high-performing accounting teams.
Foster a culture of operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Serve as a trusted partner to senior finance and business leaders, communicating progress, risks, and decisions effectively; deliver proactive operational solutions aligned with business objectives.