Mid Accountant

Company: Penske
Location: Reading
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Position Summary: Penske is a leader in the transportation industry. We help move lives and businesses forward. The Operational Accounting team is seeking an ambitious Mid Accountant to provide "best in class" support to the team. We are looking for an associate who is customer-focused, driven and has strong organizational skills. This position will have the opportunity to work with a global team and internal customers daily. This role will also provide controllership and oversight in several vehicle accounting related processes. Work Location: 2675 Morgantown Road Reading, PA 19607 Work Schedule: Partial Remote (3 days onsite/2 days remote) Major Responsibilities: Support the vehicle accounting related processes in review and analysis. Provide measures, which increase overall efficiency and effectiveness of the process. Research and resolution of escalations from management, global team, or internal customers. Communicate confidently and effectively with process partners within the Penske network. Prepare daily and monthly journal entries, as well as prepare account reconciliations and provide resolution to open items. Identify and implement process improvement opportunities. Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications: 1-3 years related experience and basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) required Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required Experience with AS400 and/or OneStream XF preferred Strong organization, attention to detail and analytical skills required. Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job Strong communication skills required. Strong team player and self-driven individual. Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include 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. Req ID: 2413528 Date posted: 01/22/2025

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