Description
Position Summary:
A Penske Senior Accountant in the Technical Accounting group plays a vital role within the accounting and financial reporting functions to ensure effective and efficient compliance with U.S. GAAP. Under the direction of the Senior Manager of Technical Accounting, this position is responsible for accounting research, data analysis, and documentation related to technical accounting projects (including the adoption of new accounting standards), evaluating and updating internal controls and accounting policies, assisting efforts to lean accounting processes, ensuring the quality of account reconciliations, and assisting in the quarterly and annual financial reporting cycle.
Major Responsibilities:
• Research, analyze, document, and present conclusions, in accordance with authoritative accounting literature, on significant accounting and reporting matters, including the adoption of new accounting standards.
• Monitor and update internal controls over financial reporting (“ICFR”).
• Enhance the quality of account reconciliations through a structured quality assurance process.
• Update accounting and reporting policies and procedures to ensure efficient compliance with U.S. GAAP and proper management reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Participate in projects to enhance efficiency during the monthly accounting cycle.
• Support special projects and other tasks assigned by the manager.
Qualifications:
• At least 2 years of experience in the field of accounting required.
• Experience in financial reporting, internal controls, technical accounting, and/or auditing preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• CPA license preferred.
• Strong accounting skills and understanding of U.S. GAAP required.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint required.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills required, with a preference for experience with Power Query, Power Pivot, and Data models.
• Proficiency with OneStream and Microsoft Visio preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal/written communication, and presentation skills required.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
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.
Req ID: 2504553
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