Sr Accountant - Commercial

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:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our Commercial Accounting Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles, practices, and controls, particularly in revenue recognition, sales transactions, and financial reporting. This role will involve preparing journal entries, and financial reporting, managing returns and reconciliation, and provide audit support.  The Senior Accountant will also collaborate closely with IT and Digital to ensure seamless transaction flows and maintain effective internal controls.

What you get to do:

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

• As an early member of the Commercial Accounting team, you will help build foundational processes that scale with our business and play a key role in shaping how we account for and manage our growing inventory and sales operations.


• Prepare and post journal entries related to merchandise inventory, accessory inventory, spare parts inventory, merchandise sales, accessory sales, spare part sales, sales tax, and credit card processing fees and related entries.


• Manage the accounting processes for customer returns, ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation.


• Lead the transition from manual journal entries to automated accounting workflows within NetSuite for 3PL operations, enhancing financial accuracy and operational efficiency.


• Assist in the monthly close process


• Prepare monthly financial reports including product line profitability reporting.


• Participate in audits, providing necessary documentation and support to external auditors.


• Collaborate with business functions to develop and implement internal controls and processes.


• Design and verify transaction flows in collaboration with the IT department, ensuring that all 3PL providers can effectively manage API feeds.


• Work with the Financial Planning & Analysis organization on budgeting and forecasting


• Ensure your work is done leveraging strong internal controls and segregation of duties

What you bring to the team:

• 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.


• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, with proficiency in preparing journal entries and financial statements.


• Experience with ERP systems and familiarity with 3PL integrations.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• NetSuite experience is a plus


• 5-8 years plus relevant experience


• B.S. in Accounting current CPA license preferred

Why Join Team Slate? 

We’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. Slate’s start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves 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].

This is a US-based position.  Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. 

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