Senior Costing Analyst at Nvidia Corporation in Santa Clara, California

Job Description:

NVIDIA is the world leader in Accelerated Computing. We are passionate about four markets: Gaming, Automotive, Enterprise Graphics and HPC/Cloud Datacenters; in addition to our traditional OEM business. We are well positioned as the 'AI Computing Company', and our GPUs are the brains powering Deep Learning software frameworks, accelerated analytics, big data, modern data centers, and driving autonomous vehicles.

We are looking for a Senior Costing Analyst to support NVIDIA's manufacturing operations and supply chain functions. As part of NVIDIA's Finance organization, this role will focus on strengthening partnership between Operations and Finance teams to strategically analyze product costs and inventory, providing insights and data to drive business decisions. This opportunity is ideal for an energetic, dedicated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings strong critical thinking skills and a passion for continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing:

RMA and Reverse Logistics Finance

• Monitor and analyze Return Material Authorization (RMA) activities and related costs, ensuring accurate and timely financial tracking.


• Perform RMA inventory and excess stock analysis to identify trends, risks, and optimization opportunities.


• Support RMA repair centers and Forward Stocking Locations (FSLs), providing financial insights into performance and cost impacts.


• Lead reverse logistics cost analysis, identifying key cost drivers and supporting efficiency initiatives.


• Support warranty reserve processes through accurate forecasting and data-driven analysis.

Financial Reporting and Forecasting

• Support month-end close activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and detailed COGS analysis.


• Drive monthly forecasting of RMA costs, inventory impact, and reverse logistics spending.


• Prepare and analyze key financial metrics to support business decisions and executive-level reporting.


• Ensure accuracy and reliability of cost accounting systems, working closely with IT and cross-functional partners.


• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies, SOX controls, and external audit requirements for inventory and COGS.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

• Partner with Operations, Engineering, IT, and Business Units to deliver accurate cost analysis and support critical initiatives.


• Identify and lead improvement and automation opportunities to increase efficiency in reporting and analytics.


• Provide robust ad hoc analysis to support evolving business needs and data-driven decision-making.

What we need to see:

• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience); CPA, CMA, or an advanced degree is a strong plus.


• 12+ years of experience in Accounting/Finance, ideally in a global hardware or manufacturing environment.


• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain processes, and product cost structures.


• Strong analytical skills and a passion for working with large, complex data sets.


• Advanced Excel skills; proficiency in SAP, Power BI, Tableau, Power Query, or similar financial tools.


• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and completeness.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Hands-on cost accounting experience in a manufacturing or semiconductor environment.


• Extensive experience with SAP in a finance and operations context.


• Deep knowledge of product costing and manufacturing financials.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build cross-functional partnerships.


• A passion for driving operational improvements and enhancing financial systems.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world's most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and if you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you! As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

The base salary range is 160,000 USD - 253,000 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits . NVIDIA accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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