Cost Accountant, Amazon Robotics

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Join Our Innovative Team as a Cost Accountant at Amazon Robotics

Your Opportunity to Impact the Future of Technology

Are you motivated by invention? Does teamwork and problem solving fuel your passion? At Amazon Robotics, your work significantly shapes the future, as you engage with some of the sharpest minds to solve complex challenges through cutting-edge robotics and software innovations. We are continuously inventing and improving, and we want you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your efforts translate into extraordinary impacts on our customers' experiences. Discover a fulfilling, rewarding, and fun career with us!

Role Overview

As a key contributor to both the cost accounting and inventory functions at Amazon Robotics, you will maintain crucial product cost metrics and support financial operations. Your role stands at the crossroads of our finance department and manufacturing operations, making your contributions critical to our success.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead efforts in month-end closing activities, including the preparation of journal entries, inventory evaluation, and inventory roll forward analyses.
  • Set and validate standard costs of manufactured goods and reconcile purchase price variances monthly.
  • Engage actively in cost data analysis and support physical inventory counts.
  • Maintain documentation for internal controls and participate in their testing.
  • Provide robust support for departmental reporting and assist with both month-end and year-end closings.
  • Recommend cost-effective solutions to enhance financial efficiency.
  • Carry out additional duties as required, contributing to our continuous improvement initiatives.

Choose Your Preferred Location

Amazon Robotics offers flexibility with opportunities in several U.S. cities, including Arlington, VA, Nashville, TN, North Reading, MA, and Seattle, WA.

Who Should Apply?

Basic Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or a closely related analytical field.
  • At least 3 years of experience in finance or a relevant analytical role.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Over 4 years of experience in driving continuous improvement in financial processes.
  • Advanced degrees or certifications such as an MBA or CPA.
  • Proficiency in large-scale data mining and reporting tools (SQL, MS Access, Essbase) and familiarity with financial systems like Oracle, SAP, or JD Edwards.
  • Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tableau.

Amazon’s Commitment to Inclusion

Amazon is deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer equal opportunities across all protected categories. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background. If you require accommodations, please visit our career page for contact details.

Salary and Benefits

Compensation for the Cost Accountant position at Amazon Robotics varies based on geographic location, ranging from $56,900 to $128,800 annually, complemented by an exceptional benefits package, equity, and potential sign-on bonuses.

Ready to invent with us? Apply now and propel your career to new heights.