Assistant Controller - Company Direct Job
Date: Mar 3, 2023
Location: Bellevue, WA, US, 98004
Company: PACCAR
Company Information
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc. is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
PACCAR Leasing is a PACCAR division that was founded in 1980 to provide premium Kenworth and Peterbilt vehicles to leasing and rental customers. PacLease is one of the fastest growing commercial truck leasing companies in the transportation industry with locations throughout the United States and Canada.
Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the Accounting group responsible for supporting PACCAR Leasing’s company owned franchises; including general ledger transactions, financial reporting, forecasting, accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Manage the accounting functions in accordance with Corporate policies and procedures.
- Manage staff of 6 employees (3 staff accountants and 3 AP specialists) including hiring, training, goal setting and performance appraisals.
- Prepare monthly P&L forecasts for PACCAR Leasing’s company owned franchises with General Managers and the Director of Company Direct Operations. Perform monthly variance analysis between the P&L forecast vs. actuals.
- Perform monthly reviews of journal entries, account reconciliations, tax schedules and filings, and other reporting requirements prepared by staff.
- Ensure there are strong internal controls throughout the organization to foster an efficient operation and accurate financial reporting. Responsible for ensuring the timely completion and review of SOX and ICAP testing assigned.
- Support, maintain, and assume the lead role in an ongoing process improvement environment to identify and implement efficiencies, enhancements, and improvements.
- Establish and maintain effective communications with PACCAR Leasing’s company owned franchise operations, Corporate Tax and other accounting staff/teams.
- Support company owned franchise operations with information needs, ad hoc analysis, and research as needed.
- Actively participate in special projects utilizing systems, accounting, tax and analytical skills to make improvement recommendations.
- Scope of responsibility is subject to change as the organization structure of the Accounting group supporting PACCAR Leasing’s company owned franchises is being evaluated.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in Accounting or related field. CPA, CMA, or MBA highly desired.
- Minimum 7+ years relevant work experience, including progressive accounting and strong supervisory experience.
- Excellent analytical and technical accounting skills.
- Strong planning, organizational skills, and customer service orientation.
- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- High attention to detail but with a big picture focus.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and take initiative to produce results.
PACCAR Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
- 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
- Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Paid short-and long-term disability programs
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Senior Accountant position is $106,300 - $166,300 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.
Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
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