Senior Accountant

Virginia Tech; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a leading company on a mission to enhance safety and justice. As a valued member of the finance team, you will support critical month-end processes, collaborate with diverse teams, and drive improvements in financial reporting. This challenging role requires experience in GAAP compliance and effective communication in both English and German.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of experience in preparing financial statements according to US GAAP and HGB.
• Knowledge of international revenue recognition guidelines.
• Experience with post-merger integration and entity restructuring is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger and financial statement closing activities.
• Support standard cost accounting processes, including analysis of variances.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, corporate accounting, and tax.

Kenntnisse

Fluent in English

Fluent in German

Conflict resolution

Process improvements

Ausbildung

Completed studies in Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems (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 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 in accordance with revenue recognition standards (ASC606/IFRS 15).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, corporate accounting, and tax.
• Support intercompany accounting and settlement processes.
• Serve as a key contact for tax auditors, advisors, and internal/external auditors.

Projects and Controls:

• Support post-merger integration of Axon subsidiaries, including ERP system harmonization.
• Participate in or lead projects to optimize accounting activities and internal controls.
• Perform month-end close controls, including balance sheet reconciliations and manual journal entries.
• Develop expertise in ERP (NetSuite/Salesforce) related accounting topics.

Who You Are:

• Completed studies in Business Administration or finance-related professional education.
• Minimum 5 years of 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.
• Knowledge of international revenue recognition guidelines.
• Fluent in English and German; additional languages are advantageous.
• Ability to handle conflicts and ambiguity constructively in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with internal controls and process improvements.

Don't meet every requirement? That's okay. 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 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 every criterion. If you're excited about this role and our mission but your experience doesn't match perfectly, we encourage you to apply—you might be just the right candidate.

Important Notes:

The above 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 safety, environmental responsibility, and diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants regardless of background. For accommodations during the application process, email [e-mail].