Plant Controller (GR 41/42) Job at PACCAR in Chillicothe, Ohio

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 designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines andalso provides customized financial services, information technology and 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!

Division Information

Kenworth Truck Company

Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World's Best heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company's dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium duty diesel-electric hybrids.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Kenworth Chillicothe Ohio Accounting Department, including 1 direct report (executive Assistant Controller) and 10 indirect reports.


• Responsible for accurate and timely month-end financial statements and financial reporting package, monthly forecasts and budgets. Provide meaningful comments on month-end actuals, KPI's, and forecasts that call attention to important trends and potential risks / opportunities.


• Responsible for the Internal Control Program, including Sarbanes-Oxley. Ensure compliance with Corporate, Division and local policies and controls through testing and monitoring adherence to well-designed internal controls.


• Research accounting issues 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 cost and maximize profit. Challenge business practices and continually improve upon 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 the execution of plans that include 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 very strong background in manufacturing and cost accounting as well as managing people.


• Knowledge of external reporting requirements for a publically held company.


• Must be high-energy, confident, hands-on self-starter with the ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities.


• Must be able to survey the business and operational environment to identify improvement opportunities, and utilize financial skills to counsel management team on recommended steps to take towards performance improvement.


• Demonstrated executive-level finance professional with strong leadership skills. Must be able to recruit, motivate, lead, and develop high-potential employees. Must be results oriented with strong attention to detail.


• Must be able to perform and direct sophisticated financial analysis.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work with and relate to all levels, including senior operations managers at the factory and Division office.


• Must be proficient in the use of Windows based products including Excel, Power Point, and Word.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with CPA or CMA required.

MBA highly preferred.

Additional Job Board Information

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