Director of Engineering Accounting

PACCAR Technical Center; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Director of Engineering Accounting to lead a team that partners with Engineering senior management to develop and monitor budgets for The World’s Best trucks. You will oversee financial reporting, cost analysis, and capital ROI audits across engineering initiatives including zero emissions and advanced drive tech.

The role requires a BS/BA in Accounting, 8–12 years of experience, and CPA/MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting with 8–12 years of relevant accounting experience.
• CPA and MBA preferred.
• Excellent analytical and accounting skills required.

Responsibilities

• Directs the preparation of timely, accurate and meaningful financial reports.
• Analyze operating expenses, reserves and other balances for accurate reporting.
• Identify opportunities to maximize profit and ROI.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

SOX knowledge

Budgeting

Education

BS/BA Accounting

CPA

MBA

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Director of Engineering Accounting

Date: Oct 8, 2026

Company: PACCAR

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.

Requisition Summary

Lead a team of talented financial accountants partnering with Engineering senior management to develop and monitor financial budgets supporting design of The World’s Best® trucks. Current engineering initiatives include zero emissions solutions and advanced drive assistance technologies.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Directs the preparation of timely, accurate and meaningful financial reports, including journal entries, account reconciliations and monthly management reporting.
• Analyze operating expenses, reserves, and other account balances ensuring timely and accurate financial and management reporting.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to maximize profit and return on investment.
• Lead capital budget post-implementation ROI audits.
• Recommends, directs, and implements accounting and operation system enhancements for improved efficiency, cost reduction and appropriate internal controls.
• Coordinates annual external compliance audit of grant funded programs
• Analyze complex transactions and recommend appropriate US GAAP treatment.
• Maintain effective communication as a member of the management team.
• Ensure Corporate and Division policies, procedures and internal controls are effective and operating.
• Participates in ad hoc requests and/or special projects as assigned.
• Act as a key business partner to Engineering leadership, providing financial guidance on engineering programs and advising on the appropriate accounting treatment of development activities and program-related transactions.
• Excellent analytical and technical accounting skills required.
• Strong leadership and supervisor skills, emphasizing continuous improvement.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills required to manage multiple projects from beginning to end.
• Deadline driven and self-motivated.
• SOX knowledge and experience.
• SAP experience preferred.

Education

Required Education/Training Experience

• BS / BA Accounting Degree
• 8 - 12 years of relevant accounting experience with increasing responsibility

Desired Education/Training Experience

• CPA and MBA

Additional Job Board Information

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 Director of Engineering Accounting is $109,000 - $191,500 annually. This position is also eligible for annual incentive bonus compensationwith a target of 25% of base pay . Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

PACCAR promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies and practices that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status or other legally protected status. This applies to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, termination, rates of pay, and other conditions of employment.

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