Job DescriptionCompany 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 Bestheavy 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.
Position Overview
Kenworth is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our fast-paced accounting team. We are looking for a candidate withstrong accounting skills and a passion for analyzing large sets of data to produce business insights. As an influencing member of the Warranty Accounting group, you will perform analysis on warranty cost trends, prepare financial forecasts, execute month-end close activities and present key findings to senior management. As the Senior Warranty Accountant and Analyst, you will have the unique opportunity to perform traditional accounting duties coupled with data analytics. This position is ideal for a candidate who is confident in their accounting abilities and can also analyze financial data to better understand and communicate business implications to the organization.
Job Functions and Responsibilities
Perform monthly analysis of truck and engine warranty cost trends to establish warranty reserves and ensure they are properly stated
Responsible for preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting statements/schedules
Utilize Business Intelligence tools to generate analysis and provide reporting for warranty trends. Prepare and present findings to management within Kenworth and PACCAR.
Prepare timely, accurate and meaningful warranty expense forecasts and budgets. Present forecasts, findings, and recommendations to Senior Management.
Support cross-functional business needs working as a business partner with Customer Service, Warranty Processing and Operations groups to drive profitable growth for Kenworth Truck Company.
Prepare various warranty journal entries, general ledger reconciliations and account analysis.
Maintain strong control environment through adherence to Company policy and GAAP.
Responsible for assigned Division internal control reviews including Sarbanes-Oxley documentation/testing and Internal Control Assessment Program reviews including identifying potential risks and opportunities.
Special projects as assigned, including periodic truck division comparisons, extended warranty profitability studies, technical accounting research related to new product offerings, system related projects, and ad hoc reporting requests.
Skills and Competencies
Corporate accounting experience including preparation and submission of journal entries, financial analysis and modeling, and data analytics.
Strong computer skills in Excel (i.e., pivot tables, macros, charts, and graphs), Access (i.e., query building, report writing, etc.) and data analytic tools (i.e., Tableau, etc.)
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to communicate complex accounting issues at an executive level
Strong organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple projects from beginning to end
Deadline-driven, self-motivated and customer service oriented
Ability to work independently, handling multiple tasks and shifting priorities
Required Education and Experience
BS/BA Accounting Degree with Accounting emphasis preferred
4+ years of relevant accounting experience with increasing responsibility
Desired Education and Experience
CPA or other advanced certifications
Presenting to C-Level executives
Utilizing SAP or large ERP
Business Intelligence tools, e.g., Tableau, PowerBI
SQL or other experience extracting and synthesizing large sets of data
Experience in manufacturing
Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?
Global Fortune 500Company 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
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 and Analystis $80,800 - $126,600 annually. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.
PACCAR promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies and practices that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status or other legally protected status. This applies to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, termination, rates of pay, and other conditions of employment.
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.