Sr. Cost & Operations Manager

Carbon Robotics
Richland, WA
Category Finance
Job Description
Carbon Robotics is seeking a Sr. Cost & Operations Manager to oversee and improve cost accounting practices across multiple manufacturing and assembly sites. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cost flows in a manufacturing setting, with an emphasis on multi-location operations, inventory accuracy, and financial analysis.

Requirements

  • 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

Benefits

  • Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents
  • Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
  • Virtual Care - Doctor on Demand
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Mental Health HRA
  • Restricted Healthcare Travel support
  • Menopause Support
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401(k) plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
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