Cost Accounting Supervisor

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 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, 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.

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Execution of key month end processes.
• Be 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.