Accounting Manager

NACBA; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. in Reading, PA is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead a talented accounting team and influence key financial decisions. You will partner with Leadership to support the strategic direction of the accounting function, ensure GAAP compliance, and oversee internal controls.

The role emphasizes building relationships with leadership and driving performance, with opportunities to work on cross-border accounting challenges and mentor future leaders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• 3+ years of management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• CPA preferred; MBA preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills; troubleshoot effectively.
• Advanced Excel skills; proficient in Outlook/Word/PowerPoint; familiarity with Qlik Sense and Power Query.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high performing team with accountability.
• Review, analyze, and approve deliverables for accuracy and alignment.
• Demonstrate advanced analytical skills to identify issues and develop solutions.
• Build relationships with Direct Reports, peers, and leadership.
• Communicate effectively across levels; tailor messaging and present persuasively.
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls and risk assessment.
• Apply GAAP knowledge to interpret standards and develop accounting policies.
• Align team goals with department strategy and manage performance.
• Develop future leaders through coaching and feedback.
• Handle other projects assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Qlik Sense

Power Query

Job description

Penske Truck Leasing is looking for a driven leader from within our organization to step into the role of Accounting Manager in Reading, PA. This is an exciting opportunity to take your career to the next level by leading a talented accounting team, influencing key financial decisions, and partnering directly with Leadership to support the strategic direction of our accounting function. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to expand your global perspective by collaborating with our international business, gaining exposure to complex, cross-border accounting challenges that will broaden your expertise and elevate your career. As someone who already understands our culture, values, and business, you are uniquely positioned to make an immediate and lasting impact in this influential role. If you are ready to grow as a leader and help shape the future of Penske's accounting function, we want to hear from you.

Major Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Review, analyze, and approve team deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and business alignment
• Demonstrate advanced analytical skills in identifying, validating, and documenting issues while developing solutions
• Build and maintain critical relationships with Direct Reports, Peers, Senior Leadership, and Strategic Partners
• Communicate effectively across all levels by tailoring written and verbal messaging to diverse audiences, presenting persuasively, and demonstrating active listening to build understanding
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls and risk assessment frameworks to safeguard company assets, ensure compliance, and mitigate financial risk.
• Apply advanced GAAP knowledge to interpret standards and develop accounting policies.
• Align team goals with department strategy, delegate with clear authority, and hold members accountable while addressing performance issues decisively.
• Develop future leaders by providing feedback, coaching, and career development to maximize their probability for success
• Other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• 5 plus years of accounting experience required
• 3 plus years of management experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in accounting required
• CPA preferred
• MBA preferred
• Strong organizational skills required
• Excellent analytical and conceptual skills and ability to troubleshoot required
• Advanced use of Microsoft Excel required
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint required
• Proficiency in the use of Qlik sense and Power Query preferredRegular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required

Physical Requirements:

-The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

-The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.

-While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.

-Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

Job Category: Finance/Accounting

Job Family: Finance

Address: 100 Gundy Drive

Primary Location: US-PA-Reading

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2608097