Financial reporting manager

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

As the Financial Reporting Manager at Axon, you will play a key individual contributor role supporting the Director of Financial Reporting & Accounting Policy in facilitating our SEC reporting workstreams. Alongside your involvement in SEC reporting, you will leverage your technical accounting expertise to advise leadership on technical accounting & policy considerations and related SEC disclosure matters. You will be a collaborative leader in building strong cross-functional partnerships with business partners across the enterprise – including Legal, FP&A, and Investor Relations. Your combination of technical expertise, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills will help strengthen Axon’s financial reporting and support continuous improvement across the controllership function.

What You'll Do

Reports to: VP of Financial Reporting & Strategic Investments

Direct Reports: N/A

Work Location: This role is eligible to be based out of Axon's US hubs located in Atlanta, Boston, New York, San Francisco, DC, Denver, Phoenix, or Seattle 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.

• Assist with the preparation and review of all SEC filings – including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, the annual proxy statement, and Section 16 filings
• Create technical accounting memoranda and other documentation supported by research of accounting guidance under U.S. GAAP – including opportunities to present your research to leadership
• Support the evaluation of new accounting pronouncements and development of external disclosures
• Lead ongoing transformation and automation initiatives to enhance established procedures, policies, and controls
• Proactively monitor and operate a robust internal control environment for your relevant areas in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley
• Build cross-functional relationships with key business leaders
• Perform other duties and ad-hoc projects as needed
  
  

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in audit, financial reporting, accounting, or related roles for either a public accounting firm or a mix of public accounting and industry at a large accelerated filer
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required
• Experience managing financial reporting and disclosure workstreams within a large public company and familiarity with SEC disclosure requirements
• Comprehensive knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) provisions and methodologies for achieving compliance, including experience supporting SOX control testing for large public companies
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to evaluate technical accounting interpretations under US GAAP and provide recommendations to diverse audiences
• Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions; experience working with data analysis tools
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external auditors
• Awareness of emerging industry trends, technologies, and regulations, and their impact on financial reporting
  
  

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.

Pay Transparency

The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 101,100 in the lowest geographic market and USD 161,760 in the highest geographic market. 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

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.

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.

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 [email protected]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.