Senior Accountant

Penske Truck Leasing Co.; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. in Reading, PA seeks a Senior Accountant to deliver accurate, timely GAAP-based accounting, mentor junior staff, and drive process improvements.

You will own month-end close, oversee controls, partner with cross-functional teams, and support audits, while leveraging Excel, Qlik, and Power Query to enhance reporting. This hybrid role requires 3+ years of accounting experience, a bachelor's in accounting; CPA/MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• CPA preferred.
• MBA preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data tools (Excel, Power Query, Qlik Sense) is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end close and day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Apply advanced GAAP knowledge to complex transactions and serve as the technical resource.
• Strengthen internal controls by assessing risks and closing control gaps.
• Monitor KPIs and performance data to identify trends and drive high-quality output.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Strong analytical skills

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

MBA preferred

Tools

Qlik sense

Power Query

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook/Word/PowerPoint

Job description

The Senior Accountant is a highly skilled subject matter expert who delivers accurate, complete, and well-documented accounting and reporting with minimal oversight. Drawing on advanced GAAP knowledge and strong analytical capabilities, this role goes beyond executing complex accounting functions to challenging existing processes, maintaining internal controls, and driving continuous improvement. This position also carries a meaningful leadership responsibility such as mentoring junior staff, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders, and serving as a trusted advisor to management.

This position is located at our Corporate offices in a beautiful country setting 7 miles South of Reading, PA which is convenient commute with ample free and easy parking.

Work Location-2675 Morgantown Rd Reading, PA- Work Schedule 4 days onsite/1 day remote

Key Responsibilities

• Own month-end close and day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring all deliverables are accurate, well-supported, and completed on time
• Apply advanced GAAP knowledge to complex transactions, exercising independent judgment and serving as the team's go-to technical resource
• Strengthen the internal control environment by assessing risks, closing control gaps, and implementing practical solutions with minimal supervision
• Monitor KPIs and performance data to identify trends, flag issues early, and drive consistent, high-quality output
• Manage transfer pricing activities and intercompany settlements, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled, and supported.
• Participate in annual financial statement audits for standalone entities.
• Challenge existing processes and lead improvement initiatives from idea through execution, leveraging tools like Excel, Qlik, and Power Query to drive efficiency and automation
• Mentor junior staff and teammates through coaching, technical guidance, and feedback that builds long-term capability
• Resolve issues independently and communicate risks proactively, keeping management informed before problems escalated
• Cultivate strong working relationships across the organization and with international teams, engaging effectively with teammates, stakeholders, and leadership alike

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• CPA preferred
• MBA preferred
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
• Proficiency in the use of Qlik sense and Power Query preferred
• Experience with currency conversion a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders
• Strong problem solving, judgment, time management, and organizational skills
• Regular, 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 (including 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.