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
We are seeking a highly motivated professional with strong drive and a problem-solving attitude to join our Inventory and Cost Management team. In the role, you will perform a variety of tasks ranging from routine to sophisticated analysis and play a critical role in the global inventory and cost of goods sold reporting, resulting in complete and accurate financials. Additionally, you will be working in an agile and innovative environment while establishing relationships within the accounting team and the larger business operations organization (e.g. FP&A, Supply Chain, Operations and Sales, etc.). Exceptional candidates will be critical problem solvers with a focus on implementing process improvements to streamline and scale processes for growth.
Reports to: Director, Commercial & Revenue Controllership – New Ventures
What You’ll Do
Financial Close and Compliance:
- Execute the month end close process which includes tasks such as, but not limited to, preparing journal entries, account reconciliations and fluctuations analyses
- Upload annual standard costs into the ERP system, assist with new SKU setup and perform recurring BOM reviews
- Ensure complete and accurate results are delivered on time for reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
- Help lead the implementation of best practices on the Procure-to-Pay team to simplify, standardize and scale our business
Performance Reporting and Analysis:
- Continuous monitoring of Inventory Adjustment and Cost Activity to ensure the accuracy of transactions recorded by Supply Chain and Operations
- Manage periodic standard cost variance audits comparing standard prices to actual production costs
- Review the company’s inventory reserves for excess and obsolete inventory reporting
- Help plan and organize quarterly and yearly physical inventory accounts in a Global setting
- Assist with the preparation of weekly reporting packages including gross margin analyses and material forecasting
Collaboration and Forecasting:
- Work closely with FP&A, Global Supply Chain Controllership and business leaders to understand any variations in the budgeted operating plan against monthly manufacturing costing
- Monitor the accumulation of all material costs, direct labor, and overhead expenses
- Support internal and external auditor requests, M&A integration and ERP implementation
- Prepare ad hoc analyses and special projects, as requested, to support accelerated growth
What you’ll bring
- 5+ years of overall accounting experience within a fast-paced high-growth environment, preferably in public or large pre-IPO companies with a global manufacturing footprint
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or a related field.
- Understand of standard costing and related variance reporting
- Experience in SOX control documentation/execution
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
- Intermediate/advanced Excel skills and ability to work with large volumes of transactional data
- Strong organizational and verbal/written communication skills
- Demonstrated critical thinking capability
- Process re-engineering involvement and/or process efficiency focus
- Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail are a must
- Ability to identify and drive process improvement
- Excellent time and self-management skills, ability to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines required
- Experience with Salesforce and NetSuite is 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
| 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 90,375 in the lowest geographic market and USD 144,600 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 recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
