Cost Accounting Supervisor

Company InformationPACCAR 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.

Position Overview Kenworth is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our fast-paced accounting team.  We are looking for a candidate with strong accounting skills, team leadership and supervisory skills and an eye for detail.  As the Sr. Cost Accounting Supervisor, you will play an integral role in the division cost accounting function with a focus on standard margin analysis, month end close execution and financial reporting and forecasting.

The position has 1-2 direct reports.  Job Functions and Responsibilities Execution of key month end  responsible for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting statements/schedules related to margins and/or cost of sales activities.

Oversee the maintenance and update of standard costs.

Assist and support the preparation of timely, accurate and meaningful cost of sales forecasts and subsequent reviews against actuals.

Analyze cost related reserves and other account balances to ensure they are regularly reviewed and properly stated.

Maintenance of a strong internal controls in and support audit requirements.

Support continuous improvement including the use of data analytic tools to identify cost of sales reduction opportunities.

Support growth withing the cost accounting team and broader business operations to drive profitable growth for the Division.

Assist with special projects as assigned, including periodic truck division comparisons, technical accounting research related to new product offerings, system related projects, and ad hoc reporting requests.

Skills and Competencies 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.)Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to communicate complex accounting issues.

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.
5+ years of relevant accounting experience with increasing responsibility

Desired

Education and Experience CPA or other advanced certifications

Utilizing SAP or large ERPBusiness Intelligence tools, e.g., Tableau, Power BIExperience in manufacturing

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?

Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities Work alongside experienced…