Manager, Cost Accountant

The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder™ leverages advanced robotics, computer vision, AI/deep learning, and lasers to eliminate weeds with sub-millimeter accuracy—all without herbicides. This innovative solution reduces environmental impact, promotes soil health, and helps farmers address labor shortages and rising costs. Designed in Seattle and built at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is setting a new standard for automated weed control. With $157 million in funding from prominent investors such as BOND, NVentures (NVIDIA’s venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital, Carbon Robotics is driving innovation.

As a no-nonsense team with a bias for action, we take pride in executing our ideas. Whether it’s designing transformative technology or visiting farms to ensure our products are reliable and safe, we do whatever it takes to deliver for our customers. 

Working here means tackling big problems with big impact. You’ll find opportunities to grow professionally, solve complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to a mission that matters. At Carbon Robotics, we trust our team to act independently and make practical, real-world decisions. 

Join us as we innovate, execute, and build the future of farming together.

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As a detail-oriented Cost & Operations Manager at Carbon Robotics you’ll play a critical role in overseeing and improving cost accounting practices across multiple manufacturing and assembly sites. This individual will manage standard costs, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and support cross-functional teams to optimize cost efficiency. The role requires a deep understanding of cost flows in a manufacturing setting, with an emphasis on multi-location operations, inventory accuracy, and financial analysis.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain and update standard cost models across all production and assembly locations
• Analyze and reconcile inventory across multiple sites, including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Monitor and report on purchase price variance (PPV), manufacturing variances, and production efficiency
• Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and field operations teams to track cost drivers and identify opportunities for improvement
• Lead monthly cost and inventory close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
• Analyze and explain manufacturing variances (material, labor, overhead) and support resolution of root causes
• Conduct monthly and quarterly inventory analysis, physical counts, and cycle count programs
• Prepare cost roll-ups for new products and engineering changes
• Ensure accurate recording and allocation of labor, overhead, and materials
• Support audits, both internal and external, by providing necessary documentation related to inventory and cost accounting
• Develop and maintain internal controls around inventory and costing processes
• Assist with budget preparation and forecast updates related to cost of goods sold and inventory
• Continuously improve costing methodologies and reporting tools
• Assist with implementation and optimization of ERP costing and manufacturing modules

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Success:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory control
• Experience working with NetSuite (ERP), Arena (PLM), Tulip (MES)
• Proficient in Excel and financial modeling
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and locations
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification is a plus

Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. Flexibility in our hiring process allows hiring of talent at levels different from what are posted.  The compensation range outlined is based on a target budgeted base salary. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as relevant experience and skill, Interview assessments and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements. Offers are determined using our equitable hiring practices. Carbon Robotics offers additional compensation in the form