Finance Director / FP&A Lead

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 lead a high-impact team that runs Axon’s annual budget process, administers our corporate planning system, and serves as the finance business partner to our SG&A functions.

You will join a demanding environment that favors agility, initiative and creative thinking. We genuinely love what we do and are looking for you who share this passion. Come work with us in a dynamic environment in which you’ll use your passion, technical experience, and strong problem-solving skills.

What You’ll Do

• Build and develop a world-class FP&A team
• Own the annual budget process and other key inputs driving the corporate forecast model
• Partner with leaders across the organization to refine strategic outlooks and support funding requests
• Evaluate and drive standardization of processes, systems, communication, and controls across functions
• Leverage technology to drive efficiencies across the finance and accounting functions
• Provide insightful real-time information to business partners to ensure delivery of EBITDA goals
• Design and coordinate Axon’s monthly budget vs actual process
• Oversee the company’s Procure-to-Pay and Purchase Order Request processes to ensure there are no financial surprises and adequate controls exist
• Develop weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting packages and dashboards
• Assist with developing Board and C-Team presentations

What You Bring

• Advanced degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics or Accounting
• Minimum of 10 years of FP&A experience including, but not limited to budgeting, forecasting, reporting and business analytics in a dynamic environment, supporting both financial and operational decision makers
• Hands-on, roll up the sleeves leadership approach with an ability to manage multiple competing interests in a fast-paced environment
• A doer and a teacher. Experience building a team with a strong emphasis on employee development
• Uncompromising work ethic and a team first mentality
• Operates with a sense of urgency. Aggressive, relentless approach to understanding concepts, taking ownership and driving results
• Passion for forecasting and continuous improvement
• Proven track record of driving cost controls and influencing EBITDA improvement
• Experience building and managing a team
• Experience working with Microsoft D365, Adaptive Planning and Workday
• Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills for frequent interaction with financial and non-financial business leaders
• Superb attention to detail, strong planning and organization skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Entrepreneurial, proactive, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Location: Hybrid Presence based near our US Hubs - Boston, San Francisco, Atlanta, Sterling, Denver, Seattle, New York City or Scottsdale. This role follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.

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.

 

Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit https://www.axon.com/careers.

Base Pay Range

$166,950—$267,120 USD

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.

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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.

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