Senior Accounting Analyst

Penske Corporation

Reading, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Business Administration, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Database Report Tools, Depth Perception, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Metrics, Financial Reporting, Financial Trend Analysis, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Journal Entries, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Qlik, Query Analysis, Reconciliation, Return on Investment (ROI), Risk Management, Six Sigma Certification, Transportation and Logistics, Trend Analysis, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Reading, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago

A Penske Accounting Analyst provides analysis and metrics for Finance core processes and be responsible for knowledge of all systems. The position will require the ability to understand, interpret, and analyze accounting transactions at a detailed level. A thorough understanding of internal controls and the ability to query, analyze data, and map detailed processes coupled with analytical skills will enable the associate to draw clear and concise conclusions and identify improvement opportunities. Major Responsibilities: Prepare monthly reports and financial analysis for Senior Leadership. Query and analyze data for trends and impacts. Prepare monthly journal entries. Prepare monthly account reconciliations. Develop and calculate measures/metrics. Prepare and review accounting policies and procedures. Assist Leadership Team in developing ROI for projects and initiatives. Analyze, develop, and provide automated solutions impacting financial controllership. Analyze internal controls and provide solutions to mitigate risk. Facilitate automated solutions via multiple applications related to cost savings initiatives. Participate in identifying & building process for cost recovery opportunities Analysis of financial statement trends. Participate in monthly close process. Other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor. Qualifications: At least 5 years accounting experience required Bachelors in Accounting Required MBA, CPA or CMA preferred Strong analytical skills required Independent problem solving skills required Strong oral and written communication skills required Process mapping experience required. Data mining and report tool (experience Qliksense, Power Query, etc.) preferred Quality program certification (Six Sigma, ISO, LEAN, etc.) preferred Advanced use of Microsoft Excel required Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Powerpoint required Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job * 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: 2602818

About the Company

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Penske Corporation

Penske Truck Leasing
Penske Truck Leasing is a Penske Transportation Solutions company headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania. A leading global transportation services provider, Penske Truck Leasing operates more than 440,000 vehicles and serves customers from more than 1,300 locations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Product lines include full-service truck leasing, contract maintenance, commercial and consumer truck rentals, used truck sales, transportation and warehousing management and supply chain management solutions. Visit www.pensketruckleasing.com to learn more.

About Us
Penske is great place to launch or continue your career. We are a dynamic growth company with a 50-plus year history of success that is built upon a foundation of taking great care of our customers, a dedication to excellence in all we do every day and tapping innovative ideas from our associates to drive success for our customers and our own businesses.

Products
Penske offers a wide variety of transportation products and services ranging from full-service truck leasing and fleet maintenance, truck rental, used truck sales, and global supply chain and logistics solutions. Visit www.gopenske.com for more details.

News
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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Transport and Storage - Materials
FOUNDED
1969
WEBSITE
http://www.gopenske.com/