Accounting Manager – Robotics & Fulfillment Technologies, Amazon Stores Accounting

About the role

Amazon Robotics is transforming the future of manufacturing, automation, and fulfillment through significant investments in robotics, advanced manufacturing, and next-generation technologies. As part of the Fulfillment Technologies & Robotics (FTR) Accounting team, you will help build the accounting foundation supporting one of Amazon's fastest-growing organizations.

This is not a traditional accounting role. You will partner across Accounting, Finance, Tax, Operations, Product, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Technology teams to design scalable accounting solutions for new business models, manufacturing operations, ERP implementations, acquisitions, and automation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting for complex manufacturing, self-constructed asset, and new business initiatives across Fulfillment Technologies & Robotics organization.
• Design and implement scalable accounting policies, processes, and internal controls supporting manufacturing operations, emerging business models, and financial reporting.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Product, Finance, Tax, and Technology teams to influence accounting outcomes during business, product, and system development.
• Drive accounting strategy for ERP implementations and finance transformation initiatives, including system design, testing, governance, and deployment.
• Evaluate complex transactions—including acquisitions, commercialization initiatives, inventory, capitalization, fixed assets, revenue recognition, and intercompany activities—and determine the appropriate accounting treatment under U.S. GAAP.
• Perform technical accounting research and prepare accounting position papers supporting new products, transactions, and business models.
• Drive automation and continuous process improvements by partnering with technology teams to simplify accounting processes, enhance reporting, and leverage AI-driven solutions.
• Own complex month-end and quarter-end close activities, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting while proactively identifying and mitigating financial reporting risks.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, and support organizational growth and integration.
• Mentor and develop team members while fostering a culture of ownership, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

The basic qualifications for this role include 5+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience and a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.

• CPA
• Knowledge of internal control framework (specifically COSO) to assess control design and operational efficiency
• Knowledge of GAAP research tools and the FASB codification
• Experience in accounting management in Big Four with Fortune 500 clients
• Experience researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $95,400.00 - $163,200.00 USD annually in CA, MA, OR, TX, VA, and WA, and $85,900.00 - $146,900.00 USD annually in TN.

Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.

Benefits

Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.