Alison Nichols

Alison Nichols is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in cost management and accounting. Currently serving as a Senior Cost Manager at AtkinsRéalis, previously affiliated with Faithful+Gould, Alison supports finance analysts and project managers in projects for a large, confidential semiconductor company. Prior roles include Senior Accountant at Portland General Electric, managing compensation and benefits, and Senior Accountant at Novogradac & Company LLP, where Alison oversaw client audit and tax engagements. Alison's career began in the culinary arts, having studied Baking & Pâtisserie at Le Cordon Bleu College and worked as a chocolatier and pastry chef before transitioning to finance, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Portland State University.