It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter.  Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Trucks has a need for a General Accountant at our San Leandro, CA location.

SUMMARY

This position provides general accounting services, assists in maintaining financial records and controls for the Division assigned; may perform general assignments or may be given responsibility for specific accounting functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain and review Equipment Inventory Registers.

• Assist in the preparation of month end closing, post journal entries and prepare various financial analyses and other accounting reports.

• Maintain control of general and subsidiary ledgers.

• Review and reconcile general ledger accounts and related reports and make necessary general ledger adjustments.  Update Inventory detail, Dealer Business System, (DBS) and/or CDK as needed.

• Analyze and report Gross Profit compared to prior year.

• Prepare audit work documentation and assist auditors by providing required information.

• Work with Senior Accountants to resolve operating statement problems, make adjustments as needed, perform ad hoc analyses/reports.

• Perform special projects for Finance Management as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college in Business or technical school; and a minimum of three years of directly related experience in full cycle accounting, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. CDK experience a plus.

The pay range for this position is: $80,000 - $95,000 (Starting wage will depend on experience and education. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.) 

Peterson Holding Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.