Cost Accounting Supervisor

PACCAR•Renton, WA

1d•$80,800 - $111,650

About The Position

The Cost Accounting Supervisor supports the Cost Accounting team with accounting, forecasting, financial analysis, and month-end reporting activities across North America. The role combines accounting responsibilities with business partnership, process improvement, and team leadership, with visibility across inventory, freight, and operational accounting activities. It supervises one direct report and reports to the Cost Accounting Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Accounting or Finance.
At least 3 years of progressive accounting experience with increasing responsibility.
Excellent analytical capabilities and attention to detail with a big-picture focus.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects.
Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Self-motivation and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Understanding of U.S. GAAP.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or CPA.
Experience using ERP systems; SAP is preferred.
Experience with data visualization or reporting tools such as Power BI, SQL, Alteryx, Tableau, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

Provide financial analysis and recommendations related to inventory, freight, incentive programs, and operational performance to influence business decisions.
Prepare and review monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and other month-end close activities in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Lead, coach, and develop one direct report; help shape cost accounting processes, reporting capabilities, and team best practices.
Partner with stakeholders across Sales, Customer Service, Materials, Operations, and other business functions to improve financial visibility and support strategic initiatives.
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance data efficacy, strengthen data quality and internal controls, and reduce costs.
Perform or assist with assigned statistical inventories and Parts Distribution Center audits.
Use knowledge of operational and financial systems to develop, maintain, and enhance reporting tools and data solutions that improve financial reporting and business insights.
Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance activities.
Support internal control reviews and external audit requests.
Perform other duties and accounting functions as assigned.

Benefits

401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
Paid time off, including a minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick time; additional vacation days are provided with additional seniority or years of service.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
Paid short- and long-term disability programs.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employee assistance program services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
Holiday gift eligibility.