Assistant Controller - Company Direct

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905, 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 designs, manufactures, and supports premium light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks while providing customized financial services, information technology, and truck parts.

PACCAR Leasing (PLC) PacLease offers value-added transportation services and premium-quality Kenworth and Peterbilt vehicles, standing as one of the fastest-growing and most innovative global leasing networks in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Company Direct Accounting and U.S. and Canada General Accounting group, including general ledger transactions, account reconciliations, financial reporting and analysis, forecasting, accounts payable, and receivable functions.
• Oversee accounting functions in accordance with Corporate policies and procedures.
• Manage a staff of 8 employees (1 Accounting Manager, 3 staff accountants, 3 AP specialists, and 1 AR specialist), including hiring, training, goal setting, and performance appraisals.
• Coordinate quarterly reporting to Corporate Accounting and external auditors to support SEC filings and other information requests.
• Prepare monthly Company Direct P&L forecasts with Company Direct General Managers and the Director of Company Direct Operations.
• Perform monthly reviews of journal entries, account reconciliations, tax schedules and filings, and other reporting requirements prepared by staff.
• Ensure strong internal controls throughout the organization to foster efficient operations and accurate financial reporting; responsible for timely completion and review of SOX and ICAP testing.
• Support, maintain, and lead ongoing process improvements to identify and implement efficiencies, enhancements, and improvements.
• Establish and maintain effective communications with Company Direct and PLC operations, Corporate and PFC Treasury, PACCAR Tax Department, and other accounting staff/teams.
• Support Company Direct Operations with information needs, ad hoc analysis, and research as needed; actively participate in special projects utilizing systems, accounting, tax, and analytical skills to make improvement recommendations and provide management decision-making support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field required; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 8+ years of relevant work experience, including progressive accounting and strong supervisory experience.
• Excellent analytical and technical accounting skills.
• Strong planning, organizational skills, and customer service orientation; ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail with a big-picture focus.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and take initiative to produce results.

Benefits

• 401k with up to a 5% company match.
• Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
• Comprehensive paid time off: minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days with seniority), 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 including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
• Eligibility for a holiday gift.

Pay

The salary range for Assistant Controller - Company Direct is $114,500 - $179,100 annually.