Senior Accountant

MN Climate Innovation Finance Authority (MNCIFA); Kassel; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in public safety technology is seeking a finance professional to support its finance team in Kassel. The role includes overseeing monthly financial reporting, project support for integrating new systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in GAAP compliant financial practices and will speak English and German fluently.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of experience in preparing financial statements according to US GAAP and HGB.
• Experience in post-merger integration and ERP projects.
• Business fluent in English and German.

Aufgaben

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities per US GAAP and HGB.
• Support post-merger integration and harmonization of ERP systems.
• Conduct analysis and prepare month-end commentary.

Kenntnisse

Financial reporting

Conflict resolution

Process optimization

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.

Job Summary:

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:

Kassel, Germany

Reports To:

Financial Controller, EMEA

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting:

• Perform the monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger and financial statement closing activities in accordance with US GAAP and HGB.
• Support standard cost accounting process including accounting and analysis of typical variances, e.g., on material, labor, overheads.
• Coordinate and support income tax returns, file VAT returns, execute transfer pricing policy 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 under ASC606/IFRS 15.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with international teams, e.g., sales, corporate accounting, and tax.
• Support intercompany accounting and settlement process according to global guidance.
• Be the key contact for tax auditors, tax advisors, and internal/external auditors on relevant topics.

Project and Controls:

• Support post-merger integration of Axon subsidiaries; support harmonization of ERP systems, chart of accounts, processes, and tools.
• Participate in (sub-)projects or lead sub-projects to optimize accounting activities and the implementation of internal (SOX) controls.
• Perform and document month-end close controls, e.g., balance sheet reconciliation and manual journal entries.
• Develop into a functional expert in ERP (NetSuite/Salesforce) related topics.

Who You Are:

• Successfully completed studies in Business Administration or a relevant professional finance qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in preparing financial statements according to US GAAP and HGB.
• Experience in post-merger integration, entity restructuring, and ERP projects (Microsoft D365 and NetSuite) is a strong 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 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 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 that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet every qualification. If you're excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You might be just the right fit for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above description is not exhaustive and may change based on 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 support accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, email [e-mail].