Senior Accountant

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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 process, including accounting and analysis of typical variances, e.g., on material, labor, overheads.
• Coordinate and support income tax returns, file VAT returns, and 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 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; support harmonization of ERP systems, chart of accounts, processes, and tools.
• Participate in or lead sub-projects to optimize accounting activities and implement 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 accounting topics.

Who You Are:

• Successfully completed studies in Business Administration or a related finance field.
• 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 plus.
• Experience with international revenue recognition guidelines.
• Business fluent in English and German; other 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 to reinvent the world for safety and betterment. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Note: 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 diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you require assistance or accommodations during the application process, please contact recruitingops@axon.com.