Senior Cost Accountant - Sea-Bird Scientific

Imagine yourself...

Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project.

Thriving in a supportive team environment that inspires you to strive for excellence.

Contributing to a brighter, more sustainable future.

It's all possible with a role at Sea-Bird Scientific () ( ) a Veralto company.

Headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Sea-Bird Scientific is the world's largest developer and manufacturer of products for the measurement of salinity, temperature, pressure, dissolved oxygen, fluorescence, nutrients, and other oceanographic parameters in marine waters. We support best-in-class oceanography and climate science through innovative technology.

At Sea-Bird Scientific and Veralto, you'll be part of a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility : where the work you do directly supports the health and sustainability of our oceans, and where you'll have opportunities to deepen your skillset and grow your career.

Learn about our us About Sea-Bird Scientific () and Why Our Work Matters () !

We offer :

Paid holidays and a flexible paid time off policy

Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with employer match

Annual bonus eligibility

Training, on-the-job development, and career coaching

Total rewards that support your wellbeing at work and beyond

The role :

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Senior Cost Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate manufacturing cost records, analyzing variances, and providing financial insights that drive operational efficiency and profitability.

If you're a seasoned cost accounting professional looking for more than just crunching numbers-this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact in a company that safeguards the world's most vital resources. You'll be a key player , influencing decisions that drive operational efficiency and profitability.

Here you'll have visibility across the business , collaborate directly with leadership, and see the results of your work every day. Your insights will shape product profitability, optimize processes, and help us deliver on our mission to ensure clean water for communities worldwide.

This is an onsite role located in our HQ office in Bellevue, WA.

In this role, a typical day will look like :

Developing and maintaining cost standards for materials, labor, and overhead.

Managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for cost-related accounts in compliance with US GAAP and Veralto Finance policies.

Reconciling inventory balances and supporting physical counts to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Partnering with Finance and Operations teams to analyze production costs, raw materials, and operating expenses, identifying cost-saving and process optimization opportunities.

Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes focused on manufacturing costs.

Collaborating with production, procurement, and finance teams to deliver actionable cost insights.

What Makes This Role Special

Impact : Your analysis will directly influence KPIs and operational decisions.

Autonomy : Take ownership of cost accounting-your expertise drives the strategy.

Collaboration : Work closely with Operations and Finance leadership, not just behind the scenes.

Purpose : Join a mission-driven organization committed to safeguarding water quality globally.

What we're looking for :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

5+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.

Strong understanding of cost analysis, financial reporting, and GAAP compliance.

Experience with ERP systems; Oracle Fusion preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.

Sea-Bird Scientific is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE : VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto's vibrant global network of 17,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility : where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you'll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we're Safeguarding the World's Most Vital Resources-and building rewarding careers along the way.

US ONLY :

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate's position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

The compensation range for this role is $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 USD per year.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note : No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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Veralto and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.