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 designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

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!

Peterbilt Motors Company
On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt’s red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

This position is based at Peterbilt’s Denton Office in Denton, Texas, where we have been headquartered since 1992 and manufacturing since 1980. In Denton, we have manufactured, supported, and distributed over 600,000 trucks and over 1 million trucks as a company. Our employees take great pride in our products, and we are recognized as a premier employer and valued partner in the local community.

Requisition Summary

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Manage plant accounting responsibilities ensuring that Corporate, Division, and local policies, procedures and internal controls, including Sarbanes–Oxley, are effective and operating.
• Ensure accurate fixed asset additions, disposals, and depreciation records.
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and month-end journal entries
• Direct the preparation of timely, accurate and meaningful financial reports, cost analyses, and forecasts. Analyze information and communicate opportunities to reduce cost and maximize profit.
• Manage a team of four employees who are responsible for plant cost accounting and payroll.
• Train, develop, and retain a well-qualified staff through the execution of a plan which includes recruitment, internal promotion, and evaluation.
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation based on performance of interim inventories, factor reviews; build station audits and assistance in planning and executing a bi-annual physical inventory.
• Maintain effective oral and written communications with other members of the management team.
• Participate on special projects and other accounting functions as required.

Skills / Competencies

• Advanced analytical and Excel modeling skills
• Strong interpersonal skills — including written and oral communication
• Ability to effectively work with a variety of departments, management levels, cultures, and personalities
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and take initiative to produce results
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workload
• Ability to work independently and self-motivate, multitask and manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment
• Excellent follow through and attention to detail and accuracy
• Attention to detail with the ability to understand the “big picture”
• Deadline-driven and self-motivated.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting with six to nine years of experience in accounting required.
• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, technical, information systems and communication skills.
• Experience in manufacturing accounting and supervision preferred.
• CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred.
• Masters degree preferred.
• Ability to relocate for future opportunities is preferred.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups – The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women’s Initiative (PBWin), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership and Development (B.O.L.D) and ADVOCATE (An LGBTQ support group).

Why work for PACCAR/Peterbilt?

• Competitive salary, 401k with a 5% match, AND a company paid Pension Plan after 5 years of service.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your family.
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off – Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement for continued education – eligible after 1 year of service.
• 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