Axon is hiring a
Vice President Business Controller

Summary

The VP, Business Controller at Axon will oversee global accounting, act as a business partner to the sales team, drive operational excellence for manufacturing financial processes, and more. The role requires 12+ years of relevant experience, a BS or equivalent in accounting or finance, CPA, prior segment controller experience with manufacturing experience, M&A integration experience, and strong analytical skills.

Requirements

• 12+ years of relevant experience
• BS or equivalent in accounting or finance
• CPA
• A mix of Big 4 and industry experience managing and running business controllership functions at complex and multi-national publicly-traded companies
• Prior segment controller experience with manufacturing experience a must. Additional software experience preferred
• M&A integration
• Experience with leading ERP and consolidation tool implementation/upgrade
• Deep understanding of US GAAP technical accounting, including manufacturing and cost accounting

Responsibilities

• Oversee global accounting, reporting and finance operations to ensure robust controls and a high quality close in compliance under US GAAP
• Act as a business partner to the sales team in contract negotiation and review and oversee quote-to-cash Close process
• Drive operational excellence for manufacturing financial processes including cost accounting and analysis, inventory valuation and manufacturing performance and risk reporting
• Oversee certain strategic Controllership M&A integration, including process and system integration. Collaborate with key functional leaders such as supply chain and operations on operational integration
• Function as a thought leader to supporting business management. Monitors day-to-day activities and acts as a liaison to business and operations teams for inquiries and data requests to support FP&A partner
• Oversee CRM and ERP upgrade for integrated business with Corporate IT support
• Establish and continuously improve business processes and procedures to drive scalability in a high growth environment
• Support ad hoc Controllership projects that arise due to our rapid growth

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing a global team
• Strong leadership, communication, organization and technology skills
• Strong business acumen
• Executive presence and ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to demonstrate effective leadership in ambiguous and frequently changing situations; ability to manage multiple priorities
• Government accounting experience in Aerospace or Defense industry a plus

Benefits

• Axon offers total compensation, including base pay, bonus, and stock awards
• Axon provides benefits to support employees physically, financially, and emotionally through big milestones and everyday life. More details can be found at www.axon.com/careers/benefits