Direct Tax Manager

Axon; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 121,406 - 194,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401k with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Fitness programs

Emotional & Mental Wellness support

Learning & Development programs

Job summary

Axon is looking for an experienced Direct Tax Manager to enhance its global tax capabilities. Located in San Francisco, this hands-on role will manage compliance, tax provision, and process improvements in a hybrid work environment.

Candidates should have 6-8 years of tax accounting experience and a Bachelor’s degree, along with CPA designation. Axon values initiative, teamwork, and diverse perspectives.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in the tax accounting profession.
• Experience with preparation and review of tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit.

Responsibilities

• Gather data and review corporate income tax returns.
• Prepare global tax provision computation in accordance with ASC 740.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.

Skills

Tax accounting

Project management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Business Administration or Financial Accounting

CPA designation

Job description

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.

Your Impact

Axon is seeking an experienced Direct Tax Manager to support the continued growth and execution of our global direct tax function. This hands‑on individual contributor role will support key areas including global income tax compliance, ASC 740 tax provision, transfer pricing documentation, Country‑by‑Country Reporting, Pillar Two initiatives, tax accounting, and related process improvement efforts.

This role is ideal for a proactive tax professional who is comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, high‑growth multinational environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in federal, state, and international direct tax matters, as well as tax accounting experience, business acumen, excellent organizational and project management skills, and a hands‑on approach to supporting both recurring tax operations and strategic initiatives. This person will partner closely with Tax leadership, Accounting, Finance, Legal, IT, external advisors, and international teams to help ensure timely, accurate, and scalable execution of global tax deliverables, while effectively communicating complex tax concepts to stakeholders outside of Tax and identifying opportunities to improve workflows, documentation, automation, and the use of emerging technologies, including AI, across the tax function.

Work Location

Hybrid Presence based near our US Hubs - Boston, San Francisco, Atlanta, Sterling, Seattle, New York City or Scottsdale. This role follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in‑person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in‑office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.

What You’ll Do

Tax & Process Improvement

• Gather data and review corporate income tax returns, Country‑by‑Country Reporting and Pillar Two filings in U.S. and globally and coordinate with outside preparer for returns
• Assist with transfer pricing documentation
• Assist with M&A integration work and new entity expansion
• Preparation and review of quarterly global tax provision computation in accordance with ASC 740
• Manage the direct tax calendar/task matrix for all compliance duties and deadlines
• Manage all tax balance sheet accounts on our GL and prepare monthly close procedures, journal entry preparation and account reconciliations as needed
• Proactively monitor and operate a robust internal control tax environment in compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley or similar requirements
• Respond to questions and issues from business units and functional groups
• Develop and maintain working relationships outside the finance organization
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and technology solutions that increase efficiency and accuracy
• Leverage AI and emerging technologies to improve workflows, documentation, research, and team productivity
• Operate independently and effectively in a high‑growth, high‑change environment with evolving tax priorities
• Independently lead select direct tax projects and process‑improvement initiatives, with appropriate mentoring and guidance as needed

What You Bring

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration or Financial Accounting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
• 6-8 years of relevant experience in the tax accounting profession
• Experience working in or supporting a Big 4 public accounting environment and/or a publicly traded multinational technology company preferred
• Experience supporting a large multinational or complex global business
• Experience with preparation and review of tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740
• Experience with preparation and review of corporate income tax returns
• Must be a self‑starter with an entrepreneur spirit
• Concern for quality and deadlines
• Superb attention to detail, strong planning and organization skills, and the ability to multi‑task, prioritize and deliver in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Strong project management and cross‑functional team collaboration skills

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit https://www.axon.com/careers.

Base Pay Range: $121,406 – $194,250 USD

Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s ok. 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 also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

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Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well‑being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

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