Senior Manager, Commercial Finance
Axon
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Job summary
Axon is seeking a Senior Manager, Commercial Finance to partner with Next Markets sales teams (US Federal, Corrections, Justice) and drive analytical rigor across commercial finance. You’ll shape deal economics, forecast performance, and guide growth initiatives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
This on-site role follows a hybrid schedule, with on-site Tuesdays through Fridays at Axon hubs; Mondays may be remote.
Qualifications
- 7–10 years of total experience in Finance.
- Strong background in commercial/sales/GTM finance, FP&A, modeling, and strategic business partnering.
- Experience leading finance efforts supporting high growth sales teams and operating in a global matrixed environment.
Responsibilities
- Act as the finance business partner to Next Markets business, supporting both strategic initiatives and operational execution across these segments
- Own and guide the strategic investment roadmap for these segments, working cross functionality to ensure alignment with all stakeholders
- Advise on large, complex, and strategic deals to support the continued growth in the market
- Build and manage both short‑term and long‑range forecasts, aligned with global FP&A processes and market dynamics. Own the driver‑based bookings forecast model.
- Define, monitor, and report on key operational KPIs, working closely with Finance, Sales, and Operations to drive actionable insights
- Support new market entry, pricing strategy, and commercial investment decisions with high‑quality financial modeling and scenario analysis
- Partner closely with sales leaders and cross‑functional counterparts to shape Next Markets business strategy and performance
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Job description
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.
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.
As the Senior Manager, Commercial Finance, you will serve as the strategic business partner to Axon’s Next Markets sales teams (US Federal, Corrections, Justice) and drive analytical rigor and efficiency for commercial finance more broadly. You’ll play a critical role in advising on growth initiatives, optimizing operational performance, and shaping deal economics for some of the most complex and high-impact opportunities across our business. This role combines long‑term strategic planning with day‑to‑day operational leadership, making you a key driver of Axon's continued and future success.
- Act as the finance business partner to Next Markets business, supporting both strategic initiatives and operational execution across these segments
- Own and guide the strategic investment roadmap for these segments, working cross functionality to ensure alignment with all stakeholders
- Advise on large, complex, and strategic deals to support the continued growth in the market
- Build and manage both short‑term and long‑range forecasts, aligned with global FP&A processes and market dynamics. Own the driver‑based bookings forecast model.
- Define, monitor, and report on key operational KPIs, working closely with Finance, Sales, and Operations to drive actionable insights
- Support new market entry, pricing strategy, and commercial investment decisions with high‑quality financial modeling and scenario analysis
- Partner closely with sales leaders and cross‑functional counterparts to shape Next Markets business strategy and performance
- 7–10 years of total experience in Finance
- Strong background in commercial/sales/GTM finance, FP&A, modeling, and strategic business partnering
- Experience leading finance efforts supporting high growth sales teams and operating in a global matrixed environment
- Excellent financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills. Advanced excel.
- Executive presence with the ability to influence across all levels, including C‑suite
- Track record of successfully navigating complex, ambiguous environments in high‑growth companies
- Preferred:
- Background in SaaS, hardware + software models, or public tech companies
- Experience with systems like Salesforce, Sigma, Tableau/PBI
This role is based in a hub location and 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.
- 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
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- 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: $141,225 USD - $225,960 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 anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
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