Sr. Cost Accountant

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Carbon Robotics

Compensation

$130,000 - $150,000/year

Seattle, WA

On-site

Posted March 27, 2026

Job Description

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 Sr. Cost Accountant at Carbon Robotics you’ll play a critical role in owning and executing all cost accounting activities for the business. This role is hands-on and critical to maintaining accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and margin integrity in a manufacturing environment.

What you’ll do:

Own end-to-end cost accounting, including standard costing, inventory, WIP, COGS, reserves, and reconciliation
Maintain, roll, and validate costs: ensure accuracy of BoMs, routing, labor, and overhead rates
Lead monthly and quarterly cost close, including manufacturing variances and inventory accounting
Perform detailed variance analysis (PPV, material usage, labor efficiency, overhead absorption) and communicate root causes
Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and field operations teams to track cost drivers and identify opportunities for improvement
Ensure inventory controls and accurate valuation across warehouses
Partner with FP&A on budgets, forecast, and long-range cost planning
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls; support audits as required
Prepare executive-level reporting and ad-hoc analyses for leadership

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

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