SOX Manager

Astera Labs•San Jose, CA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions grounded in open standards. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs' Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL, Ethernet, PCIe, and UALink semiconductor-based technologies with the company's COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com. Role Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Internal Controls Manager to join our dynamic SOX Compliance function. This role will be responsible for the design, implementation and monitoring of the Company's internal controls over financial reporting. This position is in our San Jose, California office. As SOX Manager, you'll be the second hire into our SOX team - a foundational leader helping us build and mature our compliance program. This role reports to Dir. SOX Compliance. As the function grows, this role will provide an opportunity to shape the SOX program and expand the scope to include broader responsibilities.

Requirements

5+ years of SOX or internal audit experience, ideally with both public company environment and a Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm
Strong understanding of governance and internal control regulations including COSO
Proven track record of designing, implementing and monitoring internal controls
Strong project management skills and the ability to drive accountability in a cross-functional environment
Leadership mindset, hands on approach; you're able to step up, build trust, and mentor others
Ability to manage and execute multiple projects
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Manage the Company's internal controls compliance and risk assessment efforts across key financial and operational processes
Update internal controls documentation, risk control matrix, and flowcharts, and evaluate controls on new systems or process changes
Continuously rationalize and refine the SOX program relative to company changes and emerging risks
Partner with the external co-sourced team across all aspects of the SOX program, including walkthroughs, testing and reviewing controls, and remediation guidance
Collaborate with control owners, operational groups on process enhancements and partner with IT to evaluate IT general controls (ITGCs) and automate business process controls (ITACs)
Work with the stakeholders by providing guidance on best practices, risk and awareness on SOX compliance requirements
Serve as a point of contact on internal controls with external auditors and build strong working relationships with stakeholders to facilitate the audit process
Assist with the review of third-party SOC 1 reports
Design test plans, perform testing of controls, document results and identify opportunities for improvements
Perform assigned projects or ad hoc duties as required