Senior Cost Accountant — Forecasts, SOX & Inventory

PACCAR Inc; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to a 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

PACCAR Inc. in Denton, Texas is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to join our finance team. The role focuses on standard costing, cost system updates, forecasting, and inventory analysis, with occasional travel up to 5% to support audits and budgets.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least three years of accounting experience, with CPA/CMA and a master’s degree preferred. This position offers comprehensive benefits and a strong pathway for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting is required.
• 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• CPA/CMA and Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set standard costs for inventoried parts.
• Update the Cost System for factor changes.
• Compile delivery revenue and expense forecast and actuals.
• Prepare monthly journal vouchers, month-end analyses, and reconciliations.
• Create a monthly forecast and budget analysis.
• Assist with inventory audits.
• Analyze standard costs related to inventory.
• Perform internal control reviews and Sarbanes-Oxley reviews.
• Complete special projects and ad-hoc reports for senior management.
• Up to 5% travel can be expected.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral presentations

Written interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Accounting experience 3 years

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting

CPA/CMA and Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

PACCAR Inc. in Denton, Texas is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to join our finance team. The role focuses on standard costing, cost system updates, forecasting, and inventory analysis, with occasional travel up to 5% to support audits and budgets.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least three years of accounting experience, with CPA/CMA and a master’s degree preferred. This position offers comprehensive benefits and a strong pathway for professional growth.