Senior Accountant

NACBA; Dietzenbach; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Axon is on a mission to protect life, seeking a finance professional to join its team in Germany. The successful candidate will support the finance function focusing on month-end close processes, revenue integrity, and compliance with international accounting standards. Join us in making a difference within a dynamic and mission-driven environment.

Qualifikationen

• Completed studies in Business Administration or finance.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with financial statements under US GAAP and HGB.
• Fluency in English and German is required.

Aufgaben

• Perform monthly and annual general ledger closing activities.
• Support income tax returns, VAT filings, and transfer pricing.
• Coordinate balance sheet reconciliations and manual journal entries.

Kenntnisse

Financial Statement Preparation

Internal Controls Optimization

Cross-functional Collaboration

Conflict Management

Ausbildung

Business Administration

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 the global consolidation and financial reporting process.

Location: Remote (Must be willing to travel to Kassel one week 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 on materials, labor, and overheads.
• Coordinate and support income tax returns, VAT filings, and transfer pricing according to global guidance.
• Conduct actual vs. budget analysis, prepare flux and month-end commentary, cash planning, and working capital management.
• Generate and post accounts receivable invoices following 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 per global guidelines.
• Serve as a key contact for tax auditors, tax advisors, and internal/external auditors.

Project and Controls:

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

Who You Are:

• Completed studies in Business Administration or a related finance field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience preparing financial statements according to US GAAP and HGB.
• Experience with post-merger integration, entity restructuring, and ERP projects (Microsoft D365, NetSuite) is a plus.
• Experience with international revenue recognition and multiple deliverable contracts.
• Fluent in English and German; additional languages are advantageous.
• Ability to handle conflicts and ambiguity constructively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Experience in 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 for safety and betterment. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn't perfectly match every qualification listed here.

Important Notes:

This job description is not exhaustive and may change according to business needs. Some roles may require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon is committed to protecting the environment and ensuring safety. All employees must adhere to relevant health, safety, and environmental policies and report concerns accordingly.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you require accommodations during the application process, please email [e-mail]. This email is for accommodation requests only.