Sterling Shepherd

Sterling Shepherd, CPA, is an experienced accounting professional currently serving as Accounting Manager at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. since May 2020, having previously held the role of Senior Accountant. Prior to this position, Sterling worked at BDO USA, LLP from October 2017 to May 2020, progressing from Audit Associate to Audit Senior. Earlier experience includes an Internal Audit Internship at Spectrum Brands, Inc. and an Assurance Internship at BDO USA, LLP. Sterling's career began with a District Manager role at College Works Painting, overseeing multiple branches and achieving significant operational success. Sterling holds a Master’s Degree in Accounting from the Wisconsin School of Business and a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, complemented by a Certificate in German Language and Literature.