Plant Controller

Job Overview

PACCAR is seeking a Plant Controller for the Kenworth Chillicothe Ohio facility. The successful candidate will lead the Accounting Department, manage a team of 11, and oversee financial reporting and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate and timely month-end financial statements and financial reporting package, monthly forecasts and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with corporate, division, and local policies and controls through testing and monitoring adherence to internal controls.
• Research and provide/review financial analysis as required, including analyzing ROI for major capital investment projects.
• Analyze financial and operational information and communicate opportunities to reduce costs and maximize profits. Challenge business practices and continuously improve processes.
• Maintain proactive involvement with accounting and operations management to identify areas for improved efficiency, cost reduction, and optimal inventory levels.
• Train, develop, and retain well-qualified and high-potential staff through recruitment, staff development, internal promotion, cross training, and evaluation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with CPA or CMA. MBA highly preferred.
• 15+ years of accounting experience, with a strong background in manufacturing and cost accounting as well as managing people.
• Demonstrated executive-level finance professional with the ability to identify improvement opportunities and utilize financial skills to counsel management teams.
• Knowledge of external reporting requirements for a publicly held company.
• High-energy, confident, hands-on self-starter with the ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to recruit, motivate, and develop high-potential employees.
• Results-oriented with strong attention to detail and ability to perform/supervise sophisticated financial analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels, including senior operations managers.
• Proficient in Windows-based products including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with CPA, CMA, or MBA highly preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off including 10 paid vacation days, 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, financial counseling, and more

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