Sr. Cost Accountant

Job Summary

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

Division Information

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, is headquartered in McKinney, TX. a suburb of Dallas. Dynacraft is a diversified global manufacturer of PACCAR medium- and heavy-duty truck parts sold under Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates. For fifty years Dynacraft has provided the company's truck divisions and PACCAR Parts division with high quality components, subassemblies, and specialized services. Dynacraft has production facilities in Louisville, KY. and McKinney, TX.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Participate in month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Perform financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost reporting activities.
• Maintain and analyze standard costs to ensure accuracy across products and operations.
• Partner with Materials, Engineering, Operations, and Master Data teams to support costing accuracy and financial performance.
• Collaborate with Logistics to ensure freight forecasts, accruals, and financial data are accurate.
• Support inventory control activities, including inventory audits and accuracy initiatives.
• Ensure new product standard costs are developed accurately and implemented timely.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance financial and operational processes.
• Support SAP enhancements and additional ERP functionality implementations.
• Aid in semi-annual cost reviews and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Cost accounting and financial analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Standard cost development and maintenance
• General ledger reconciliation and variance analysis
• Inventory accounting and control
• Financial reporting and data analysis
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, charts, data analysis)
• ERP systems knowledge (SAP preferred)
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Project management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Independent decision-making and initiative
• Attention to detail with strategic thinking
• Leadership and collaboration skills

Education

• Associate’s degree in accounting required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting strongly preferred.
• CPA certification a plus.
• MBA degree a plus.
• Big Four public accounting experience preferred.

Paccar Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match.
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
• Comprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave.
• 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 program.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.