Axon

Senior Manager of Equity Compensation

Financial Reporting Manager

Senior Director, Strategic Finance

Axon is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Equity Compensation to manage the company's equity plans, including the unique eXponential Stock Plan (XSP). This role involves end-to-end administration of equity plans, collaborating with various internal teams, implementing best practices, maintaining forecasting models, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements for both domestic and international stock compensation. The position reports to the VP of Financial Reporting and Strategic Investments.

<h4 class="text-lg md:text-xl font-semibold mt-6 mb-2 text-gray-800">Join Axon and be a Force for Good.</h4>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 ImpactAxon is looking for an experienced Senior Manager of Equity Compensation who will be responsible for the day to day activities of the company’s equity plans, including our unique eXponential Stock Plan (XSP). The ideal candidate is thoroughly familiar with equity incentive plans (stock options, RSUs and PSUs) and has experience with international considerations and tax implications. As Senior Manager of Equity Compensation, you will report directly to the VP of Financial Reporting and Strategic Investments and will interface extensively with the following teams: People Operations, Payroll, Legal, Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, and both internal and external audit.What You’ll DoReports to: VP of Financial Reporting and Strategic InvestmentsWork Location: This role is eligible to be based out of Axon's US hubs located in Atlanta, Boston, New York, Virginia, Denver, Phoenix, San Francisco or Seattle and 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.<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Manage the end-to-end administration of equity plans, including reviewing grants, exercises, releases and cancellations, reviewing monthly reconciliations, and monitoring share utilization with a strong collaboration among Accounting, Finance, Payroll, People Operations, Tax, and Legal teams.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Partner with stakeholders on the continued evolution of our eXponential Stock Plan, which is an optional high-risk, high-reward employee stock plan designed to financially reward employees if the company excels.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Implement best practices with effective controls and automate workstreams to enable efficient, accurate and timely processing of equity data.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Maintain forecasting models for dilutive shares and assist with stock-based compensation expense forecasting.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Coordinate with Payroll, Accounting and People Ops on the reporting of stock compensation for employee income purposes, both domestic and international.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Act as liaison between officers, employees and brokers in setting up and maintaining 10b5-1 trading plans and transactions as needed.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Review Forms 3 and 4 to report Section 16 officer and director transactions in SEC filings.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Provide information for financial statement footnote disclosures, reconcile the balance sheet accounts related to common stock, additional paid in capital, and related employee taxes; and prepare quarterly equity rollforward.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Perform other duties and ad hoc projects and reporting as requested.</li></ul>What You Bring<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">7+ years experience in Stock Administration, with experience in a public company. Excellent computer knowledge, including proficiency in Excel.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Comprehensive knowledge of various types of equity awards and programs.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Understanding of accounting standards related to equity compensation.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills with a commitment to quality, accuracy and details.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and internal/external partners</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Excellent interpersonal skills with high initiative, flexibility, and team approach to work.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Acute attention to detail and well-developed organization and time management skills.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and high standards of ethics and integrity.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><h4 class="text-lg md:text-xl font-semibold mt-6 mb-2 text-gray-800">Benefits</h4><ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Competitive salary and 401k with employer match</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Hybrid work schedule</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Discretionary paid time off</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Paid parental leave for all</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Medical, Dental, Vision plans</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Fitness Programs</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Emotional & Mental Wellness support</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Learning & Development programs</li><li class="leading-relaxed">And yes, we have snacks in our offices</li></ul>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 NotesThe 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.We collect personal information from applicants to evaluate candidates for employment. You may request access, deletion, or exercise other CCPA rights at **<a href="mailto:axongreenhousesupport@axon.com" target="blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 hover:underline transition-colors duration-200">axongreenhousesupport@axon.com</a>** or via our <a href="https://privacyportal.onetrust.com/webform/0efc1702-9321-4119-bc9d-a06c3a1d3e4e/ca57cc26-a159-4193-9f6e-58ffe3fd2509" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 hover:underline transition-colors duration-200">Axon Privacy Web Form</a>. For more information, please see the Your California Privacy Rights section of our <a href="https://www.axon.com/candidateprivacypolicy" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 hover:underline transition-colors duration-200">Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice.</a>_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 <a href="mailto:recruitingops@axon.com" target="blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 hover:underline transition-colors duration-200">recruitingops@axon.com</a>. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes._Create a Job Alert

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Senior Manager of Equity Compensation

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Senior Director, Strategic Finance

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