Accountant

Entry Level Accountant Penske is a leader in the transportation industry. The Operational Accounting team is seeking an ambitious entry level accountant to provide fresh thinking and "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 internal customers daily and will have responsibility for daily processes, journal entry preparation, variance analysis and account reconciliation within the fixed asset department. Major responsibilities include: Prepare daily and monthly journal entries. Provide monthly measures and reports for internal customers. Work with global teams Provide support for monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts Research and resolution of transaction details. Develop and drive process improvements Reconcile, analyze, and review general ledger accounts in preparation for month end close. Provide support for special projects, ad hoc requests, and other duties as assigned. Be a liaison with the business to evaluate, administer, account, and report out by applying Penske's accounting policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Qualifications: 0-2 years experience in the field of accounting required Bachelor's degree in Accounting required Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) preferred Strong communication skills required Strong team player and self-driven individual 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 include: 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.

Created: 2026-04-05