Join Axon and be a Force for Good.
At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.
Your Impact
A strategic business partner to our international teams and a broad set of key business stakeholders across the company to provide point of view on EMEA matters with deep expertise in Germany. This role will drive policy governance related to legal entity matters, manufacturing and operations, internal controls processes, timely and accurate US GAAP and statutory accounting and reporting process. This role will also play a key role in integrating new ventures, businesses and operations.
This senior finance role oversees the US GAAP Close for the Germany legal entities and related statutory financial statements preparation and audits. This senior role may also serve as board of directors, managers or officers at international entities.
What You'll Do
- A thought leader to our international teams on business operations and growth.
- Design and implement robust internal controls and processes to drive high quality US GAAP and local statutory Close and financial reporting.
- A senior finance leader for our EMEA offices and sites and a partner to our manufacturing and operational leaders in Germany on logistics and manufacturing processes.
- Partner with key cross-functional team leaders to oversee the design and development of robust and scalable internal controls for new venture manufacturing and warehouse sites for quality and accurate inventory accounting and reporting
- Build a scalable statutory Close and reporting process in a high growth environment; co-lead process transformation initiatives
- Monitor and oversee international ESG related reporting guidance such as CSRD for Germany legal entities.
- Lead selected Controllership M&A including process and system integration. Collaborate with key functional leaders such as supply chain, IT and operations on operational integration.
- Support local financial operations, tax audits and treasury team on an as needed basis. For example, customers billing, cash collections, payables, vendor FX hedging and cash pooling programs
- A senior finance partner to our Germany sales team including customer RFP submission
- Liaise closely with external and internal auditors in executing audit plan
- Opportunity to grow and expand scope into broader EMEA focus including leadership impact on various regional and/or international cross-functional initiatives
- Support ad hoc Controllership projects that arise due to our rapid growth.
What You Bring
- 10+ years of relevant experience
- BS or equivalent in accounting or finance
- Chartered Accountant or CPA
- Strong technical US GAAP knowledge
- Manufacturing experience at complex and multi-national publicly-traded companies
- Relevant industry experience in connected devices and software
- Prior experience leading statutory reporting at publicly-traded companies and process transformation a plus
- Strong business acumen
- Strong leadership, communication, organization and technology skills
- Executive presence and ability to communicate effectively
- Experience in supporting a global organization across multiple time zones
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- M&A integration
- Experience with Salesforce, D365, NetSuite and automation tools
Benefits that Benefit You
- Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
- Discretionary paid time off
- Paid parental leave for all
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs
- And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work
Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Important Notes
The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.
Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
