Director, Treasury and Strategic Partnerships Accounting at Axon

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Public Safety Technology, Hardware, Cloud SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
  • 8–12+ years of progressive public-company accounting experience with significant exposure to debt, equity and complex instruments (convertibles, warrants, hedging)
  • Experience working with Corporate Development on M&A or strategic vendor contract accounting, including purchase accounting and contingent consideration
  • Deep working knowledge of relevant FASB ASC literature — particularly ASC 470 (Debt), ASC 815 (Derivatives & Hedging), ASC 480 (Liabilities vs. Equity), ASC 718 (Stock-based comp), ASC 805 (Business combinations), ASC 260 (EPS) and ASC 230 (Statement of Cash Flows)

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical accounting for debt and equity financings (public & private placements), convertible instruments, warrants/note hedges, debt conversions/settlements and related derivative/hedging matters
  • Partner with Treasury to operationalize settlements, cashflow classification, amortization and ongoing accounting
  • Serve as the accounting lead for Corporate Development on the GAAP treatment of strategic vendor contracts and acquisition-adjacent arrangements (e.g., contingent consideration, instruments issued to vendors, earnouts, complex supplier contracts and any embedded derivatives)
  • Prepare and defend accounting positions and disclosures for SEC filings, external auditors, and executive leadership
  • Design and maintain operating processes, controls, and SOX documentation for treasury accounting workstreams
  • Periodically assist in the review and advise key leaders on significant contract implications
  • Proactively monitor and operate a robust internal control environment in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley or similar requirements
  • Collaborate with other departments to support company initiatives

Skills

Treasury Accounting
Debt Transactions
Equity Transactions
Technical Accounting Research
SEC Reporting
Financial Controls
Journal Entries
Process Improvements
Non-GAAP Metrics
Audit Readiness
Vendor Arrangements

Axon

Public safety technology for law enforcement

About Axon

Axon provides technology solutions aimed at improving public safety and law enforcement effectiveness. The company offers a range of products, including TASER devices, body-worn cameras, and in-car video systems, which help law enforcement agencies capture and manage evidence. Additionally, Axon provides software solutions for evidence management and real-time situational awareness, operating on a subscription model that generates recurring revenue. Unlike many competitors, Axon combines hardware and software offerings, allowing for a comprehensive approach to public safety technology. The goal of Axon is to enhance safety, accountability, and operational efficiency for law enforcement and public safety organizations worldwide.

Scottsdale, ArizonaHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
$246MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision
Fitness Programs
Mental Health
Pre-Tax Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Annual Bonuses
Stocks
Remote Work
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Room to Grow
Leadership Development Program
Learning and Development

Risks

Legal challenges over body camera compatibility may impact Axon's market position.
Integration of Dedrone may pose operational and financial challenges for Axon.
Increased competition from technology partners in Verkada's program could affect Axon's market share.

Differentiation

Axon leads in public safety tech with TASERs, body cameras, and evidence management.
Axon's SaaS model ensures recurring revenue through cloud-based evidence management solutions.
Axon's acquisition of Dedrone enhances its drone security capabilities, setting it apart.

Upsides

Axon's collaboration with Carbyne enhances situational awareness and emergency response.
The Dedrone acquisition expands Axon's market in drone security and airspace protection.
Strategic partnerships, like with Verkada, increase Axon's market reach and integration capabilities.

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