Senior Cost Accountant

Company Information

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 power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Peterbilt Motors Company delivers performance, reliability and pride on highways, construction sites, city streets and logging roads. Since its founding in 1939, Peterbilt has been America’s premium quality truck manufacturer, dedicated to improving customers’ performance, image, profitability and peace of mind.

About the Role

The Senior Cost Accountant works closely with various departments within Peterbilt and personnel throughout the organization. The role includes recording material variance, standard costs, factor changes, delivery revenue & expense, journal entries, and month‑end analysis, as well as monthly reconciliations, physical inventory participation, and SOX & internal control testing. This position is based in Denton, Texas.

Responsibilities

• Set standard costs for inventoried parts.
• Update the cost system for factor changes.
• Compile delivery revenue & expense forecasts and actuals.
• Prepare monthly journal vouchers, month‑end analysis, and account reconciliations.
• Create a monthly forecast and budget analysis.
• Participate in build‑station and off‑site inventory audits.
• Assist with inventory reconciliations.
• Analyze standard costs related to inventory.
• Perform internal control reviews and Sarbanes‑Oxley reviews as assigned.
• Complete special projects, such as ad‑hoc reports for senior management and general accounting support.
• Travel up to 5% as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Comfortable making oral presentations to peers and management.
• Proficiency in Excel and strong computer skills.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Deadline‑driven and self‑motivated.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or related field.

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
• Fully funded pension plan providing monthly retirement benefits.
• Comprehensive paid time off: minimum 10 vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick time (additional days with seniority).
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for employee and family.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability programs.
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
• Holiday gift eligibility.