Plant Controller

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks.  PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates.  PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Kenworth Truck Company

Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace.

Job Functions / Responsibilities
•    Responsible for the Kenworth Chillicothe Ohio Accounting Department, including 1 direct report (executive Assistant Controller) and 10 indirect reports.
•    Responsible for accurate and timely month-end financial statements and financial reporting package, monthly forecasts and budgets. Provide meaningful comments on month-end actuals, KPI’s, and forecasts that call attention to important trends and potential risks / opportunities.
•    Responsible for the Internal Control Program, ensuring compliance with Corporate, Division and local policies and controls through testing and monitoring adherence to well-designed internal controls.
•    Research accounting issues and provide/review financial analysis as required, including analyzing ROI for major capital investment projects.
•    Analyze financial and operational information and communicate opportunities to reduce cost and maximize profit. Challenge business practices and continually improve upon processes.
•    Maintain proactive involvement with accounting and operations management to identify areas for improved efficiency, cost reduction, and optimal inventory levels.
•    Train, develop, and retain well qualified and high potential staff through the execution of plans that include recruitment, staff development, internal promotion, cross training, and evaluation.
•    Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with CPA or CMA. MBA highly preferred.
•    15+ years of accounting experience, with a very strong background in manufacturing and cost accounting as well as managing people.
•    Demonstrated executive-level finance professional able to survey the business and operational environment to identify improvement opportunities and utilize financial skills to counsel management team towards performance improvement.
•    Knowledge of external reporting requirements for a publicly held company.
•    Must be high-energy, confident, hands-on self-starter with the ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
•    Must possess strong leadership skills with the ability to recruit, motivate and develop high-potential employees.
•    Must be results oriented with strong attention to detail and able to perform / direct sophisticated financial analysis.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and relate to all levels, including senior operations managers at the factory and Division office.
•    Must be proficient in the use of Windows based products including Excel, Power Point, and Word.
Education
•    Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with CPA, CMA or MBA highly preferred

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?

• Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields
• Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks

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 include 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 Plant Controller is $120,500 – $212,500 annually. This position is also eligible for annual incentive bonus compensation with a target of 30% of base pay. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer.