Manager, Corporate Accounting

Slate Auto; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate Auto seeks an experienced Corporate Accounting Manager to lead our accounting team as we scale toward public-company readiness. You will drive month-end Close, prepare financial statements, and manage technical accounting for complex transactions.

You will collaborate with stakeholders across finance, operations, and IT to ensure accuracy, controls, and timely reporting, while strengthening SOX/ICFR processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• 8–10+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• GAAP knowledge and practical application to accounting standards.
• Experience researching and documenting technical accounting positions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee accounting team to ensure accurate financial records.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, prepare financial statements and journal entries.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports for decision-making.
• Research and document technical accounting matters (debt/equity, leases, business combinations).
• Support audit and compliance efforts; manage annual audit process.
• Support SOX and ICFR readiness during public-company transition.
• Develop and maintain standard procedures for recurring tasks.
• Collaborate with FP&A for budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA license preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Slate is looking for a dynamic, organized, experienced Corporate Accounting Manager to join our growing team. This position will be responsible for completing several corporate accounting activities for our company, including technical accounting research and audit readiness as we scale toward public-company reporting standards.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

Work closely with stakeholders to complete the accounting activities for our company on an ongoing basis.

• Lead and oversee the accounting team to ensure accurate financial records, while fostering the professional development of the accounting team.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, including financial statements, reconciliation review, variance analysis, and approving journal entries.
• Generate Financial Reports — Prepare and deliver timely and accurate monthly financial reports to support business decision-making.
• Research and Document Technical Accounting Matters — Research and document the company's accounting for complex, non-routine transactions (e.g., debt and equity financings, warrants, leases, business combinations).
• Facilitate Audit and Compliance Efforts — Manage the annual audit process by ensuring proper documentation, adherence to accounting standards, and compliance with internal controls.
• Support SOX and ICFR Readiness — Support the design and documentation of internal controls over financial reporting as the company builds toward public-company readiness.
• Develop and Maintain Standard Procedures — Prepare and utilize detailed work instructions for recurring accounting tasks to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Collaborate on Budgeting & Forecasting — Work closely with the Financial Planning & Analysis team to support budgeting and forecasting initiatives.
• Ensure Strong Internal Controls — Maintain compliance with internal control procedures and segregation of duties to safeguard financial integrity.
• Drive Continuous Improvement — Identify opportunities to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and speed in financial processes.
• Lead Change Management for Accounting Systems — Oversee the rollout of new accounting software and ERP add-ons, guiding the team through process changes to ensure a smooth transition and continuous business operations.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA license preferred.

• 8–10+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in managing accounting operations within a manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and its practical application to accounting standards, including experience researching and documenting technical accounting positions (e.g., debt/equity classification, leases, business combinations).
• Skilled in preparing accurate financial statements and comprehensive reports.
• Proficiency with ERP and accounting systems; SAP experience is a plus.
• Expertise in implementing and optimizing accounting procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leading and managing teams efficiently.
• Take ownership of their work with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Effective and thoughtful communicator with a clear alignment to the company's mission and values.
• Demonstrates outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities, effectively articulating accounting concepts to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a solution-oriented approach by effectively managing multiple responsibilities, handling several tasks, and meeting deadlines in fast-paced and changing environments.
• Knowledge of automotive industry accounting standards is a plus.
• Demonstrated success collaborating cross-functionally with finance, legal, operations, and IT teams on accounting implications of business initiatives and contracts.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgment in financial decision-making.
• Established commitment to ethical standards and professional integrity.

You are a proactive accountant who enjoys building processes from the ground up. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are comfortable working cross-functionally with IT, operations, and finance. You don't just manage numbers—you help translate them into insights that drive business decisions.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slt is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affianty Action employer.

We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences.

Or for any other reason.

Slt is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

ABOUT US

At Slate, we’ve got one job: building a vehicle you’ll fall in love with, right here in the USA. We believe that car buyers—not car companies—should call the shots. We like looking at a road, not a screen. We don’t like paying for stuff we don’t need. We like picking out the stuff we do need. We think dings are badges, not blemishes. But we know not everyone likes what we like. So, we built you a Slate: you make it yours.