NPI Commercial Controllership Director @ Axon

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 Product teams and a broad set of key business stakeholders and cross-functional leaders across the company to provide point of view and to drive timely product launch, robust internal controls, timely and accurate US GAAP accounting and reporting process, and integrate new businesses and operations.

What You’ll Do

Provide strategic guidance to sales, marketing, and product teams on launching new products and commercial programs, ensuring accelerated SKU setup and program launch while adhering to US GAAP and IFRS standards and enhancing operational efficiency.

Spearhead the global New Product Introduction (NPI) process, fostering accountability among cross-functional reviewers/approvers and resolving approval process bottlenecks.

Serve as the key subject matter expert (SME) for technical accounting assessments of new SKUs and commercial programs, collaborating closely with Revenue Accounting and Technical Accounting teams to maintain alignment.

Take the lead on specific strategic Controllership M&A integrations, overseeing process and system integration for SKUs and combined offerings, and collaborating with key functional leaders like supply chain and operations for seamless integration.

Collaborate with the Revenue Transformation team to drive process improvements and provide clear business requirements for developing interim and long-term solutions for NPI initiatives, such as monitoring dashboards or system enhancements.

Establish robust internal controls and processes to ensure high-quality financial reporting and a smooth Close process, encompassing both operational and financial metrics.

Drive operational excellence by creating a scalable commercial controllership process suited for a high-growth environment.

Provide support for ad hoc Controllership projects arising from rapid growth.

What You’ll Bring

10+ years of relevant experience

BS or equivalent in accounting or finance

Superb project management skills

Prior experience in process transformation

Strong data analytical skills

Proficient with ASC606

Experience with order to cash or revenue recognition functions at complex and multi-national publicly-traded companies

Relevant industry experience in connected devices and software a plus

Strong business acumen

Strong leadership, communication, organization and technology skills

Executive presence and ability to communicate effectively

Experience in supporting a global sales organization across multiple time zones

Ability to manage multiple priorities

M&A integration

Experience with Salesforce, D365 and Microsoft Power Platform a plus

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

Pay Transparency

The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 144,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 220,000 in the highest geographic market. 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 www.axon.com/careers/benefits.

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 [email protected]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

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