Job Description

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.

Kenworth Truck Company

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.

The Controller's Organization at Kenworth is looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst for our Sales and Marketing functions. Successful candidates will have the ability to track trends, provide analysis to leadership in a clear and concise manner and have demonstrated impeccable accounting skills. This position reports to the Accounting Manager – Sales & Marketing.

Job Responsibilities

• Create weekly key Kenworth sales reports including incoming orders, backlog, margin analysis and visibility reports.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing department managers to create annual budgets and monthly forecasts centered around Sales and Marketing activities
• Support the forecasting process with data and financial analysis over key areas of responsibility
• Analyze monthly Sales and Marketing forecast-to-actual revenues and expenses and present significant variances to Sales and Marketing managers to ensure the integrity of the annual budgets
• Contribute to the month-end close for Sales and Marketing departments including journal entries, flash (variance forecast vs actual), and monthly/quarterly reporting package
• Prepare Kenworth monthly sales and marketing financial reports including analyzing trends and highlighting key metrics for management
• Analyze Kenworth backlog data to forecast future margins and present findings to management
• Prepare monthly forecast and tax schedules to be distributed to management
• Ensure the accuracy and validity of monthly balance sheet key accounts by reconciling account activity and presenting any recommended actions to management
• Support preparation of management presentations and ad hoc financial requests
• Perform SOX/ICAP testing and special projects as assigned.
  

Job Qualifications

• BS/BA Accounting or Finance Degree required, CPA/CFA desired
• Excellent analytical and technical accounting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player
• Ability to work independently, handling multiple tasks and changing priorities while meeting deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to focus on the “big picture”
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Access, PowerPoint, Excel (i.e. pivot tables, charts and graphs)
• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience preferred
• Willingness to pursue advanced degree (e.g. MBA) and/or certification (e.g. CPA) for future career advancement is a plus.

• Positive attitude and proactive approach to issue resolution.

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?

• Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields
• Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 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 (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 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 include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Sr. Financial Analyst is $80,800 – $120,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer.