Senior Accountant

Ohio Society of CPAs; Berlin; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company dedicated to innovating for safety seeks a Finance professional with expertise in revenue and accounting to join their German team. This remote position requires a strong background in financial reporting, supporting various processes including month-end close, tax returns, and more. The ideal candidate will possess at least five years of experience, be fluent in English and German, and be adept at navigating a dynamic work environment, collaborating cross-functionally to achieve financial stability.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years experience in financial statement preparation according to US GAAP and HGB.
• Experience in post-merger integration and entity restructuring is a plus.
• Fluent in English and German.

Aufgaben

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Support post-merger integration of Axon subsidiaries.
• Collaborate with international teams on financial reporting.

Kenntnisse

Financial Reporting

Accounting

Process Optimization

Conflict Resolution

Ausbildung

Business Administration degree

Tools

NetSuite

Salesforce

Microsoft D365

Jobbeschreibung

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated professional to support the Dedrone Finance team in Germany. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in revenue and will perform a variety of tasks as part of the month-end close process, playing a critical role in stabilizing the function while supporting global consolidation and financial reporting.

Location: Remote (Must be willing to travel to Kassel once per month)

Reports To: Financial Controller, EMEA

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting:

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger and financial statement closing activities in accordance with US GAAP and HGB.
• Support standard cost accounting processes, including analysis of variances such as material, labor, and overheads.
• Coordinate and support income tax returns, VAT filings, and execute transfer pricing policies according to global guidance.
• Conduct actual versus budget analysis, prepare flux and month-end commentary, cash planning, and manage working capital.
• Generate and post accounts receivable invoices in accordance with revenue recognition standards (ASC606/IFRS 15).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with international teams, such as sales, corporate accounting, and tax.
• Support intercompany accounting and settlement processes according to global guidance.
• Serve as a key contact for tax auditors, tax advisors, and internal/external auditors on relevant topics.

Project and Controls:

• Support post-merger integration of Axon subsidiaries, including harmonization of ERP systems, chart of accounts, processes, and tools.
• Participate in or lead projects to optimize accounting activities and implement internal controls like SOX.
• Perform and document month-end close controls, including balance sheet reconciliation and manual journal entries.
• Develop expertise in ERP (NetSuite/Salesforce) related accounting topics.

Who You Are:

• Completed studies in Business Administration or a related finance field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in preparing financial statements according to US GAAP and HGB.
• Experience with post-merger integration, entity restructuring, and ERP projects (Microsoft D365 and NetSuite) is a plus.
• Experience with international revenue recognition guidelines and multiple deliverable contracts.
• Business-fluent in English and German; additional languages are advantageous.
• Ability to handle conflicts and ambiguity constructively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Experience with internal controls and process optimization.

Don't meet every requirement? That's okay. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies show women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet all criteria. If you're excited about this role and our mission but your experience doesn't match every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway—you might be just the right fit for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, skills, or working conditions may change as needed. Some roles may require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon's mission is to Protect Life and is committed to employee well-being and safety, as well as environmental impact. All employees must adhere to relevant health, safety, and environmental policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you need assistance or accommodations during the application process, please email [e-mail]. This email is for accommodations only.