Location: Maple Grove, MN (Onsite - Production Environment)Why Nikon Metrology?At Nikon Metrology, you will join a global organization at the forefront of precision measurement and manufacturing technology. This is an opportunity to build a meaningful accounting career in a hands-on manufacturing environment, working closely with operations and contributing directly to business performance and cost control.Job PurposeThe Staff Accountant is a key contributor within the finance team, responsible for inventory, production, and cost accounting, as well as financial reporting and analysis. This role partners closely with Production, Purchasing, and Operations, helping translate financial data into actionable insight while supporting month-end close and compliance requirements.This position is based onsite in Maple Grove to support our manufacturing operations and gain firsthand exposure to the production environment.Key Areas of Responsibility:Will include, but not limited to the following:Perform inventory, production cost, and cost-of-sales accounting activitiesPrepare and analyze financial statements as part of monthly, quarterly, and annual closeTrack and analyze cost variances, freight, duties, and taxes; identify improvement opportunitiesCalculate standard costs, labor recovery rates, and other manufacturing-related cost metricsMonitor capital expenditures and support periodic fixed asset auditsMaintain accurate general ledger records and perform account reconciliationsSupport internal and external audit requests, including analysis and documentationAssist with tax reporting schedules and statutory requirementsCollaborate cross-functionally with Purchasing, Production, Warehousing, Logistics, and other sitesFunctional CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsHighly organized and able to manage multiple prioritiesComfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative teamEffective written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organizationAbility to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretionWorking Environment/Physical RequirementsOnsite role supporting a production/manufacturing environmentExtended periods of computer use with occasional walking and standingAbility to work within production areas to understand the assembly and manufacturing processHow We Take Care of Our TeamCulture SpiritWe believe in working as a team and supporting one another. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, respect, and creating a positive, inclusive environment where people enjoy coming to work.Work-Life BalanceWe understand the importance of balancing professional and personal responsibilities and offer hybrid work flexibility where possible, along with refresh days.Growth & DevelopmentWe support your long-term success with training, advancement opportunities, and tuition reimbursement so you can continue to grow your career with us.BenefitsWe offer competitive compensation and industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus additional perks to support your overall well-being.If you enjoy manufacturing cost accounting, collaborating with operations, and turning financial data into meaningful insight, we'd love to hear from you. As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin or because he or she is an individual with a disability or disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or therein after referred collectively as "protected veterans". QualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environmentStrong knowledge of general ledger accounting and reconciliationsExperience with inventory, production costing, and cost-of-sales analysisAdvanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)Minimum 3 years of experience using a fully integrated ERP systemWorking knowledge of GAAP; familiarity with IFRS preferredHigh attention to detail and accuracyDesirableExperience with MS Navision or similar ERP systemsCPA (not required)Exposure to foreign currency accounting and translationCompensation details: 0 Yearly SalaryPIc618aa0d5-