Strategic Finance Partner, Global Operations

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

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.