Lease Accountant
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at PACCAR. Bellevue · $70,500–$105,800 base.
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What you'll do
- Close the books monthly and reconcile balance sheet accounts for leases, used truck sales and inventory activity
- Check lease contracts entered by the Contract Admin Group and process payoff quotes in the Asset Finance ERP system
- File sales tax returns, pay property taxes, rebill customers and prepare property tax reports for states
- Support Sarbanes-Oxley controls, improve lease and used truck processes, and help prepare filing disclosures
- Respond to audit requests and complete special projects or one-off analysis as assigned
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or a related field
- At least two years working in accounting or finance
- Strong technical accounting, analysis and problem-solving skills, with careful and well-supported work
- Professional written and verbal communication, plus Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
Who this fits
This role suits an accountant who can juggle priorities, meet deadlines and adjust to changing needs. It is based in Bellevue and involves coordination with administration, used truck and tax teams.
From the employer
Company Information
PACCAR is a Global 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 designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!
PACCAR Financial
PACCAR Financial supports the sale of PACCAR vehicles by providing flexible financing solutions and value-added services tailored to the transportation industry.
Requistion Summary
PACCAR Financial supports the sale of PACCAR vehicles by providing flexible financing solutions and value-added services tailored to the transportation industry.
Role Summary: The Lease Accountant supports PACCAR Financial’s lease accounting operations, sales and property tax reporting and close activities, partners cross-functionally with Admin Group, Used Truck Department and Tax and leads continuous improvement across accounting operations.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
- Perform month-end accounting close and balance sheet account reconciliations related to PFC’s lease portfolio, used truck sales and inventory transactions
- Support lease accounting operations, including reviewing new lease contracts set up by Contract Admin Group and processing payoff quotes in Asset Finance ERP system
- Prepare and file sales tax returns
- Process property tax payments and customer rebills, and prepare property tax renditions for various states
- Support Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and process improvement related to lease portfolio management and used truck processes
- Assist in preparation of MD&A and footnote disclosures on PFC’s form 10-Q/K filings
- Support internal, external and tax audit requests
- Complete special projects and ad hoc analysis as assigned
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of two years of relevant accounting or finance experience required.
- Strong technical accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, well-supported work.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Good knowledge of data analytic tools (i.e. Tableau, etc.)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
- 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
- Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Paid short-and long-term disability programs
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
- This position is also eligible for a holiday gift
Additional Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. 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 the Lease Accountant role is $70,500-$105,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.