Nice Group
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. Embrace a career with purpose at Nice North America, a subsidiary of Nice S.p.A., an Italian multinational leader in Home and Building Automation. Guided by our vision of creating A World Without Barriers, we develop cutting-edge solutions for smart home control, security, door and gate automation, access control, and more to achieve our mission of Simplifying Everyday Movements. Headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, with several R&D and manufacturing centers and offices throughout the region, Nice is committed to innovation that enhances everyday life. Our team thrives in an environment that fosters continuous learning and professional growth where you’ll collaborate with talented and dynamic individuals every day to create groundbreaking solutions. And, as a global leader, we offer award-winning sales and marketing programs, technical support, and CEU training to the industry’s top partners. Our commitment extends beyond technology development; we also proudly support the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program, helping wounded veterans and their families through specially adapted smart homes. A philanthropic endeavor that truly embodies our corporate mission. Summary:
The Senior Cost Accountant will play a crucial role in managing and analyzing the cost structure of the manufacturing operations. This position involves detailed cost analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting to ensure efficiency and profitability. The Senior Accountant will work closely with production, inventory, and finance teams to provide actionable insights and support strategic decision-making. Salary:
The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $145,000, depending on experience. Location:
Kent, WA (fully onsite) Monday-Friday Note:
This role is onsite based in Kent, WA. Primary Responsibilities
Plan, study, and collect data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor. Analyze data collected and record results. Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods or services provided, to determine effects on cost. Analyze actual manufacturing costs and prepare periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs. Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements. Record cost information for use in controlling expenditures. Analyze audits of costs and prepare reports. Create estimates of new and proposed product costs. Provide management team with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services. Maintain Cost Accounting System. Calculate key figures such as labor burden rates, overhead burden rates, and labor efficiency rates. Assist in month end close of the General Ledger. Conduct physical inventories and monitor cycle count program. Reconcile finished goods inventories. Required to have a strong comfort-level communicating throughout all levels of the organization. Understand, support and execute all work according to the established procedures of the organization. Project based assignments as requested. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum of 4 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or 3 years experience with a Master’s degree; or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is a plus. Excellent computer skills, Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PPT, Access/SQL, etc.); NetSuite experience preferred. Experience leveraging technology to achieve complex consolidations. Strong hands-on experience in complex financial modeling, problem solving, analysis and planning. Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail; ability to analyze the overall business impact. Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail. Proven ability to multi-task, set project priorities, goals and objectives. Ability to communicate with co-workers, customers, and vendors effectively and professionally. Physical Requirements
Essential functions of this job require the following minimal physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required to sit, talk or hear; frequently required to use hands to grip or feel; and occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Vision and depth perception suitable for use of computer, printer, phone, and keyboard. Manual dexterity suitable for use of computer. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes enabling work in an office setting. Ability to walk and/or climb 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to sit at a computer for 90% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. Light to moderate lifting. Working Conditions
The work environment is an office setting with moderate noise levels, open office layout and controlled temperatures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be comfortable working in an office environment. Tasks listed are descriptive and not restrictive. The company reserves the right to change tasks as needed. Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Nice Group. Get notified about new Senior Cost Accountant jobs in Kent, WA. Job Details
Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level Employment type:
Full-time Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries:
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing; Software Development; Computers and Electronics Manufacturing We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Join to apply for the
Senior Cost Accountant
role at
. Embrace a career with purpose at Nice North America, a subsidiary of Nice S.p.A., an Italian multinational leader in Home and Building Automation. Guided by our vision of creating A World Without Barriers, we develop cutting-edge solutions for smart home control, security, door and gate automation, access control, and more to achieve our mission of Simplifying Everyday Movements. Headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, with several R&D and manufacturing centers and offices throughout the region, Nice is committed to innovation that enhances everyday life. Our team thrives in an environment that fosters continuous learning and professional growth where you’ll collaborate with talented and dynamic individuals every day to create groundbreaking solutions. And, as a global leader, we offer award-winning sales and marketing programs, technical support, and CEU training to the industry’s top partners. Our commitment extends beyond technology development; we also proudly support the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program, helping wounded veterans and their families through specially adapted smart homes. A philanthropic endeavor that truly embodies our corporate mission. Summary:
The Senior Cost Accountant will play a crucial role in managing and analyzing the cost structure of the manufacturing operations. This position involves detailed cost analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting to ensure efficiency and profitability. The Senior Accountant will work closely with production, inventory, and finance teams to provide actionable insights and support strategic decision-making. Salary:
The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $145,000, depending on experience. Location:
Kent, WA (fully onsite) Monday-Friday Note:
This role is onsite based in Kent, WA. Primary Responsibilities
Plan, study, and collect data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor. Analyze data collected and record results. Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods or services provided, to determine effects on cost. Analyze actual manufacturing costs and prepare periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs. Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements. Record cost information for use in controlling expenditures. Analyze audits of costs and prepare reports. Create estimates of new and proposed product costs. Provide management team with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services. Maintain Cost Accounting System. Calculate key figures such as labor burden rates, overhead burden rates, and labor efficiency rates. Assist in month end close of the General Ledger. Conduct physical inventories and monitor cycle count program. Reconcile finished goods inventories. Required to have a strong comfort-level communicating throughout all levels of the organization. Understand, support and execute all work according to the established procedures of the organization. Project based assignments as requested. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum of 4 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or 3 years experience with a Master’s degree; or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is a plus. Excellent computer skills, Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PPT, Access/SQL, etc.); NetSuite experience preferred. Experience leveraging technology to achieve complex consolidations. Strong hands-on experience in complex financial modeling, problem solving, analysis and planning. Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail; ability to analyze the overall business impact. Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail. Proven ability to multi-task, set project priorities, goals and objectives. Ability to communicate with co-workers, customers, and vendors effectively and professionally. Physical Requirements
Essential functions of this job require the following minimal physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required to sit, talk or hear; frequently required to use hands to grip or feel; and occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Vision and depth perception suitable for use of computer, printer, phone, and keyboard. Manual dexterity suitable for use of computer. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes enabling work in an office setting. Ability to walk and/or climb 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to sit at a computer for 90% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. Light to moderate lifting. Working Conditions
The work environment is an office setting with moderate noise levels, open office layout and controlled temperatures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be comfortable working in an office environment. Tasks listed are descriptive and not restrictive. The company reserves the right to change tasks as needed. Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Nice Group. Get notified about new Senior Cost Accountant jobs in Kent, WA. Job Details
Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level Employment type:
Full-time Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries:
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing; Software Development; Computers and Electronics Manufacturing We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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