Senior Manager, Operations Finance

Axon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Axon is seeking a finance leader to partner with Global Operations, delivering timely financial insight and driving forecasting accuracy. This role focuses on inventory reporting, cash flow planning and strategic financial support for global manufacturing and operations teams.

You will collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing while presenting concise insights to senior leaders. Onsite four days a week, with remote flexibility on Mondays where available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Financial Accounting.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial modeling, forecasting and business analytics.
• Proven track record of owning projects and cross-functional delivery.
• Experience driving process improvements focused on quality and efficiency.
• Data analysis and dynamic scenario modeling aligned with operational goals.
• Experience in technology/software/SaaS industries.
• Manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary finance business partner to the global Operations team, providing timely financial insight.
• Own inventory management reporting and analysis across global sites.
• Develop forecasting models to quantify tariffs and trade policy impacts on COGS and margins.
• Build and manage rolling cash flow forecasts linked to operations and inventory.
• Partner with supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing leaders to translate plans into forecasts and budgets.
• Identify risks and opportunities in the operations cost structure and recommend mitigations.
• Prepare monthly variance analysis and management reporting on spend, inventory and working capital.
• Support annual budgeting and long-range planning for global operations.
• Drive forecasting accuracy, reporting cadence and cross-functional financial visibility.
• Present findings to senior leadership with clear, actionable insights.

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.

Your Impact

You will collaborate across the finance organization and with key business leaders to drive process improvement, strategic decisions and enhance Axon’s forecasting and analysis capabilities. You will support a fast paced and dynamic business team that is working on solving the most challenging problems for our customers.

You will join an environment that favors agility, initiative and creative thinking. We genuinely love what we do and are looking for you who share this passion. Come work with us in a dynamic environment in which you’ll use your passion, technical experience, and strong problem-solving skills.

What You’ll Do

Location: Onsite 4x/week (Tuesday-Friday) at our Scottsdale Axon Hub Location

Reports to: VP, Finance

Direct Reports: Individual Contributor

• Serve as the primary finance business partner to the global Operations team, supporting daily operational decision-making with timely financial insight and analysis
• Own inventory management reporting and analysis, including inventory levels, reserves, turns, and obsolescence risk across global sites
• Develop and maintain forecasting models to quantify the financial impact of tariffs and trade policy changes on cost of goods sold and margins
• Build and manage rolling cash flow forecasts tied to operations activities, working capital, and inventory investment
• Partner with supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing leaders to translate operational plans into financial forecasts and budgets
• Identify risks and opportunities in the operations cost structure and recommend mitigation strategies
• Prepare monthly variance analysis and management reporting on operations spend, inventory, and working capital metrics
• Support annual budgeting and long-range planning processes for the global operations function
• Drive process improvements in forecasting accuracy, reporting cadence, and cross-functional financial visibility
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership, translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Financial Accounting
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial modeling, forecasting and business analytics in a dynamic environment, supporting both financial and operational decision makers
• Proven track record of owning projects and driving their completion cross-functionally
• Experience driving process improvements focused on quality, timeliness and improved efficiency
• Ability to working independently with concern for quality and deadlines
• Data analysis and dynamic scenario modeling with emphasis on researching and validating modeling inputs and assumptions and ensuring their alignment with operational models and strategic goals
• Technology/software/SaaS industry experience
• Manufacturing experience
• Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills for frequent interaction with financial and non-financial business leaders
• Superb attention to detail, strong planning and organization skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• 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.

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.

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 - $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.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms 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 [e-mail]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

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