Assistant Director of Financial Reporting

About the role

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 is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks.

Are you looking to join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and leadership development? PACCAR is seeking a motivated Assistant Director of Financial Reporting and Policy to join our External Reporting team. In this role, you will serve as an advisor on technical accounting and financial reporting matters, play a key role in shaping Company’s accounting policies, and partner with leaders across a global organization to deliver high-quality financial information to investors, regulators, and management. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with Company’s leadership on complex and impactful business matters while contributing to PACCAR’s commitment to financial integrity and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical accounting research and consultation to management and global controllers group on significant, complex and non-routine transactions.
• Perform technical GAAP / SEC research and prepare position papers.
• Assist with the adoption of new accounting pronouncements and develop / update related policy and procedures.
• Monitor emerging GAAP and evaluate impact on the Company.
• Coordinate and provide training as required to PACCAR locations on external reporting requirements or accounting policies.
• Assist with the preparation of the Company’s SEC filings including 8-Ks, 10-Qs, 10-Ks, annual reports and employee benefit plan financial statements.
• Coordinate with external auditors during the quarterly review process and annual audit.
• Various projects and special analysis as assigned.
• This role requires on‑site presence for five days per week, with no remote or hybrid option.
• Position requires frequent coordination and negotiation with numerous groups from within and outside the company ranging from staff to vice president levels.
• Ability to work extended hours in office during the financial reporting quarterly and year-end process.

Skills

• Strong technical accounting and analytical skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to influence and work with employees at all levels of the organization