Director Technical Accounting

Slate
Michigan
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 Technical Accounting Director to join our growing team.

What You Get To Do

As the Technical Accounting Director at Slate, you will serve as an essential subject matter expert on complex accounting issues, playing a key role in guiding the company's financial accuracy and compliance. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting in-depth technical accounting research, reviewing contracts to identify and resolve accounting implications, and drafting comprehensive technical whitepapers to document your findings and recommendations. In addition, you will participate in the preparation and review of external financial statement disclosures, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and fully compliant with current accounting standards. This position also manages accounting for equity transactions, supporting Slate’s capital structure and growth initiatives. Join our innovative team and help define the future of electric vehicles through your expertise in technical accounting.

  • Conduct comprehensive technical research on complex accounting issues, focusing on the interpretation and application of US GAAP to support accurate and compliant financial practices.
  • Develop, document, and regularly update accounting policies and procedures to ensure alignment with evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
  • Lead the preparation, review, and submission of external and internal financial reports, ensuring all disclosures are timely, complete, and in strict accordance with relevant accounting standards.
  • Review, analyze, and interpret contracts to identify and resolve accounting implications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure proper revenue recognition and compliance with company policies.
  • Draft high-quality technical whitepapers and position statements to document significant accounting conclusions, policy decisions, and recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Oversee accounting for equity and liability transactions, with particular emphasis on stock warrants, ensuring accurate valuation, classification, and reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
  • Identify, evaluate, and manage financial derivatives and other complex financial instruments, ensuring proper recognition, measurement, and disclosure in financial statements.
  • Serve as a key advisor to leadership on technical accounting matters, providing training and guidance as needed to promote a culture of financial integrity and excellence.
  • Extensive expertise in technical accounting standards applicable to both private and public entities.

What You Bring To The Team

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA required.
  • Minimum of 15 years of progressive accounting experience, with significant time devoted to technical accounting roles.
  • Demonstrated expertise as a technical accounting director, with in-depth knowledge of complex accounting standards and their practical application.
  • Prior Big 4 Audit Firm Experience is required.
  • Extensive and current knowledge of US GAAP, SEC regulations, and complex accounting matters such as revenue recognition, lease accounting, equity-based compensation, and financial instruments.
  • Proven ability to research, interpret, and apply new and evolving accounting standards to complex transactions.
  • Experience preparing technical accounting memos, position papers, and documentation for both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated success collaborating cross-functionally with finance, legal, operations, and IT teams on accounting implications of business initiatives and contracts.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and effectively manage multiple priorities.
  • Knowledge of automotive industry accounting standards is a plus.
  • 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.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative 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.

Slate 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

[email protected].
Posted 2026-03-17

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