Cost Accountant (SG 22 / 23) Job at PACCAR

PACCAR Columbus, MS 39701

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.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!


PACCAR ENGINE COMPANY


PACCAR Engine Company's $400 million engine manufacturing and technology facility is located in Columbus, Mississippi. The engines produced at the Mississippi plant are PACCAR Engine Company's most fuel-efficient and highest-technology diesel engines. PACCAR Engine Company is excited about this superb site and the opportunities it provides to PACCAR Engine Company, our customers, dealers, supplier partners and the people of the State of Mississippi.

Requisition Summary

This position performs a variety of cost accounting activities under minimal supervision to ensure timely and accurate product costing.



Job Functions / Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

  • Prepare timely, accurate, and meaningful reports, cost analyses, and cost factor recommendations.
  • Ensure accurate cost standards are established and variances are properly recorded.
  • Participate and support month-end closing and forecast activities.
  • Prepare and analyze assigned cost accounting journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Provide key product cost data to top management on a monthly basis.
  • Maintain product sales and cost of sales records.
  • Analyze gross margins to ensure accurate product costing.
  • Ensure accurate inventory valuation and assist with periodic inventories.
  • Provide pertinent financial/accounting data to production managers.
  • Perform internal control reviews and Sarbanes Oxley reviews as assigned
  • Participate in team oriented continuous improvement projects.



Qualifications & Skills

  • Degree in accounting required. CPA/Masters preferred
  • 1+ years’ experience, preferably in a manufacturing or related environment
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel required.
  • SAP/ERP system experience preferred.
  • Well organized with strong attention to detail.
  • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to work with ambiguous tasks and handle multiple priorities and deadlines.

U.S. Salaried Benefits for Job Postings - Adding a Benefits Section to Each Job Posting

PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from the time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
  • 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%
  • A fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
  • 12 paid holidays, sick and vacation time
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid short-and long-term disability program
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more


Additional PACCAR Website Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.

Additional Internal Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.

Additional Job Board Information

If you would like more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work, please visit the PACCAR Career Site.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.

Additional Agency Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.




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