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Sila Nanotechnologies

Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable

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In-Office
Alameda, CA, USA
86K-100K Annually
Mid level
In-Office
Alameda, CA, USA
86K-100K Annually
Mid level
Manage and improve accounts payable by configuring, testing, and troubleshooting AI agents (e.g., Coupa Navi) to automate invoice processing, payment runs, and reconciliations. Perform day-to-day accounting: prepare journal entries, reconciliations, bank and investment records, vendor maintenance, and support month-end close, audits, and 1099 filings. Partner cross-functionally to expand P2P automation and provide internal/external accounting support.
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About Us

We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?

Who You Are 

As an Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable on the Finance team, you will play a pivotal role in modernizing our accounts payable function by leveraging, maintaining, and troubleshooting AI agents to drive efficiency and accuracy. You will also assist in the company’s day-to-day accounting processes including accounts payable, payments, and investments. You will also be participating in other accounting related month end tasks while aligning with company policies and ensuring all supplier invoices are accurately documented, recorded, authorized, and paid timely.

Responsibilities & Duties
  • Configure, test, and maintain AI agents (e.g., Coupa Navi) to automate invoice processing, payment batch creation, and reconciliation workflows
  • Proactively troubleshoot AI agent performance, ensuring rules and schedules align with changing business requirements and payment policies
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to identify new opportunities for agentic AI implementation within the procure-to-pay lifecycle
  • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for month-end close and support annual audit and tax preparation
  • Maintain accurate bank, including investments and credit card activity records and oversee day-to-day accounting functions
  • Provide excellent customer service by addressing accounting inquiries and resolving issues both internally and externally
  • Prioritize tasks efficiently to meet deadlines
  • Support weekly payment run and posting of payments
  • Process invoices promptly and appropriately to ensure accuracy, validity and timeliness of payments
  • Maintain vendor accounts with up to date information such as W9s and banking details
  • Support 1099 yearly tax return filings
Knowledge & Skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
  • 3-4 year experience in Corporate Accounting
  • A self-starter with a strong focus on detail and accuracy, consistently delivering high-quality work aligned with task requirements
  • Proactive mindset; curious by nature and driven to learn
  • Effectively navigates dynamic environments, manages multiple responsibilities, and collaborates with colleagues at all levels
  • Proficient knowledge of Macintosh computers, Google Sheets, and Excel
  • ERP and P2P system experience is strongly preferred (Sage X3, Coupa, Ramp)
  • Experience with, or strong aptitude for, configuring and managing agentic AI tools and automated, rule-based systems
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
  • Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time
  • Reach low shelves or items on the floor
  • Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location

Regular Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm

The starting base pay for this role is between $86,000 and $101,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity.  The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. #LI-RS1 #LI-Onsite


Working at Sila

We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.

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2450 Mariner Square Loop, Alameda, California, United States, 94501

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