PACCAR

Senior Cost Accountant

PACCAR • $70K — $105K *
Kirkland, WA 98034In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
  • 2-3+ years of relevant cost accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills required.
  • Deadline-driven and self-motivated with a customer service focus.
  • Proficient in Excel, Access, and data analytic tools like Tableau.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with corporate and plant policies for costing and inventory valuation.
  • Conduct cost, reserve, and accrual analysis.
  • Maintain accuracy of cost standards.
  • Perform monthly account analyses and reconciliations.
  • Prepare and analyze monthly journal entries.
  • Assist in identifying efficiency improvement opportunities during inventories.
  • Perform internal control and Sarbanes Oxley reviews as assigned.
  • Participate in year-end closing activities and special projects.

Benefits

  • 401k with up to a 5% company match.
  • Fully funded pension plan for post-retirement benefits.
  • Comprehensive paid time off including vacation days and holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
  • 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 and financial counseling.
Full Job Description


Requisition Summary

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, including manufacturing and production knowledge.

As a member of the Cost Accounting group, you will perform analysis on margins and aid with forecasting future margins. You will collaborate closely with our Purchasing and Plant Accounting group to validate standard costs and ensure standard cost accuracy within our costing system. This involves performing material variance analysis between standard and actual costs. You will perform month-end closing tasks and financial reporting, which includes account reconciliations and journal entry recording. This position is ideal for any candidate who is comfortable performing and presenting ad-hoc analysis and

implementing process improvement ideas and bringing a progressive perspective to the work environment.

Job Functions / Responsibilities
  • Ensure compliance with Corporate, Division and Plant policies for product costing, inventory valuation, and effective internal controls.
  • Responsible for various cost, reserve and accrual analysis.
  • Maintain and review cost standards to ensure accuracy.
  • Perform monthly account analyses and reconciliations.
  • Prepare, review and analyze monthly journal entries.
  • Assist with periodic inventories and other team oriented projects to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost reductions.
  • Perform internal control reviews and Sarbanes Oxley reviews as assigned.
  • Participate in year-end closing activities (i.e. prepare various 10-K, tax and audit schedules).
  • Special projects as assigned.


Qualifications & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree required with Accounting emphasis preferred.
  • 2-3+ years of relevant accounting experience required, preferably in cost accounting in a manufacturing or related environment.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail including ability to work independently, handling multiple tasks and changing priorities.
  • Deadline-driven, self-motivated and customer service oriented
  • 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 skills.
  • SAP experience desired.


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




The salary range for the Senior Cost Accountant is $70,500 - $105,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

About PACCAR

PACCAR Careers

Join the PACCAR team today and be part of a global leader known for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the automotive industry. At PACCAR, we offer a range of job opportunities that allow you to put your skills to work in a dynamic environment that fosters growth, leadership, and professional development.

Work You’ll Do

At PACCAR, we believe in empowering our employees to drive their career paths with robust support and resources. Engage in challenging projects that not only enhance your skills but also contribute to groundbreaking innovation and sustainable practices in the truck manufacturing industry.

Explore PACCAR’s Diverse Opportunities

Whether you're looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, PACCAR has a place for you. Our team is composed of dedicated professionals who bring their unique perspectives and skills to the table every day. We are committed to diversity and provide comprehensive diversity training to ensure an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued.

Innovate and Lead

Join a company that is at the forefront of the transportation sector, where innovation leads to real-world solutions and market leadership. PACCAR is not just about trucks; it's about technological advancements that revolutionize how the world moves.

Grow and Develop

PACCAR is deeply invested in the professional growth of its employees. With access to cutting-edge tools and technologies, our team members enjoy unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and skill enhancement through continuous learning and development programs.

Benefits and Culture

PACCAR’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and excellence. We offer competitive benefits to ensure the well-being of our employees and their families. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we provide the benefits that contribute to a healthy and secure future.

Join Our Team

Discover the wide range of employment opportunities at PACCAR. From engineering to sales, and from supply chain management to customer service, your next career step could be just around the corner. We are actively hiring and looking for ambitious individuals who are ready to make an impact.

Networking and Professional Development

At PACCAR, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. Connect with leaders and peers within the company through various networking events, mentorship programs, and professional groups. Enhance your resume and interview skills through our tailored career development sessions and become a prime candidate for advancement within the company.

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Join PACCAR—where your career journey aligns with outstanding innovation and a thriving company culture.

Learn more about PACCAR
Size
28,500 employees
Market Cap
$34.6 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1905
5 Year Trend
+6.7%
Revenue
$18.7 billion
NASDAQ
PCAR
* Ladders Estimates

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