Cost Accountant at Safran

Safran Cabin Finance and Management

Marysville, Washington, United States Permanent Full-time Bachelor's Degree More than 3 years Professional, Engineer & Manager English Fluent

USD $80,170 - $100,010

Job Description

Collect and analyze data to determine production costs by performing the following: variance analysis, cost of goods sold analysis, standard costing, overhead & labor rate calculation, inventory valuation analysis, ad-hoc financial analysis.

Assist controllers in preparing financial reports and give recommendations based on available data.

Assist controllers in preparing standard costing as needed.

Demonstrate understanding of BOM & routings for cost validation.

Provide reports and back up to internal and external auditors as requested.

Update ERP with overhead & labor rate calculations supplied by controllers.

Assist in cross functional training of cost accounting concepts.

Perform period end closing activities and perform journal entries and GL account analysis.

Perform account reconciliations to drive accuracy in inventory cycle and review with controllers at balance sheet review meetings.

Perform error clearing and work with appropriate departments to resolve recurring issues.

Perform annual cost roll with multi-week validations.

Prepare audit reports and present findings to management to improve transparency.

Assist with physical inventory audits as requested.

Assist as required with special projects and perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree.

Experience: 3+ years' experience in an accounting department for a large manufacturer.

Computer Skills: Familiarity with Windows Operating System. Demonstrated solid understanding/use of Microsoft Office products including: Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Intermediate knowledge/use of Microsoft Excel.

Other Skills: 10-key by touch. Advanced knowledge of mathematics and statistics. Understanding of organizational accounting concepts. In-depth knowledge of financial guidelines and regulations. Strong financial analysis skills. Ability to perform risk and security assessments. Excellent attention to detail. Effective verbal and written communication skills and problem solving skills. Ability to collaborate with other different functions and foster teamwork.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated 31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking. Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems. Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day. Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.