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
You will be a strategic business partner to our global sales teams and a broad set of key business stakeholders and cross-functional leaders across the company to provide point of view and to drive policy governance, robust internal controls, timely and accurate US GAAP accounting and reporting process, and integrate new businesses and operations.
This senior finance role may serve on Axon international legal entities as board of directors, managers or officers and be a senior finance liaison to the global business and operational teams.
Location: Madrid, Spain
What You’ll Do
- Serve as a thought leader for our global teams in business operations, sales strategy development, financial modeling, contract negotiation, and accounting analysis.
- Implement and maintain robust internal controls and processes to ensure a high-quality US GAAP close and accurate financial reporting, focusing on both operational and financial metrics for international entities.
- Lead efforts to streamline and optimize controllership processes, ensuring scalability in a high-growth environment.
- Analyze and provide insights on KPIs and productivity metrics to enhance operational performance over time.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to drive data transformation, enabling faster, data-driven decision-making and deeper financial insights.
- Lead strategic Controllership M&A integrations, including both process and system integration, and collaborate with supply chain, operations, and other key functional leaders to ensure seamless operational alignment.
- Provide support for statutory and tax audits, as well as treasury functions, as needed.
- Contribute to ad hoc Controllership projects that arise from the company’s rapid growth, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational efficiency.
What You’ll Bring
- 10+ years of experience in accounting, FP&A, or a related field, with a focus on revenue recognition, contract review (from technical accounting lens), process transformation and data analytics.
- BS or equivalent in accounting or finance; Chartered Accountant or CPA required.
- Solid understanding of US GAAP, with experience in revenue recognition, though technical depth can be flexible based on other strong qualifications.
- Experience in order-to-cash or revenue recognition functions, especially within complex, multi-national publicly traded companies.
- Industry experience in connected devices, software, or defense is a plus.
- Demonstrated success in leading process transformation and driving operational improvements.
- Strong business acumen and executive presence with excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Advanced experience in financial modeling to support sales and strategic business initiatives.
- Proven track record in supporting global sales organizations across multiple time zones.
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Experience with M&A integration, including operational and financial systems.
- Familiarity with Salesforce, D365, and Microsoft Power Platform is a plus.
Benefits that Benefit You
- Competitive salary, OTE, potential for company shares
- Medical plans
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs
Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and skill set.
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.