Axon · 1 day ago
Director, Accounting Strategy & Financial Reporting
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$147K/yr - $235K/yr
8+ years expAxon is on a mission to Protect Life, focusing on critical safety and justice issues through their devices and cloud software. The Director of Accounting Strategy & Financial Reporting will lead research and operational analysis related to M&A, strategic investments, and accounting standards while collaborating with key stakeholders to develop actionable accounting policies.
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Responsibilities
Participate on cross-functional teams as a representative of the Finance organization in evaluating the accounting for potential M&A and investment areas and ad-hoc specific opportunities being considered by the Company
Create and review technical memoranda, accounting policies, training materials, and other documentation supported and corroborated by research, analysis and concise conclusions
Articulate issues and recommendations in a crisp and concise manner to both financial and non-financial stakeholders to enable better decision-making
Establish, maintain, and provide expertise on current and upcoming U.S. GAAP, including topics specific to M&A, private and public equity, debt instruments, consolidation, VIE and equity-method accounting, and the related presentation and disclosure requirements
Lead and/or contribute to relevant projects on behalf of the accounting team, such as acquisitions or other strategic investments and new accounting pronouncements
Work closely with other stakeholders to assist in the integration of acquisitions and strategic partnerships
Assist in the identification and resolution of key US GAAP and SEC reporting issues and formulation of findings into memos and disclosures
Assist in the preparation and tie out of Forms 8-K, 10-Q, and 10-K, external presentations and reports and peer disclosure benchmarking
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or similar field required
At least eight years of experience with a top-tier accounting (Big 4 strongly preferred) or strategy firm. National Office and/or transactional advisory experience preferred
CPA designation required
Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP (familiarity with ASC sections 805, 810, 815, 820, 606, 321, and 323 preferred) and SEC reporting requirements
Ability to research technical accounting matters and prepare well written memorandums and presentations articulating these matters to well versed accountants and non-finance stakeholders both internal and external to the organization
Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) experience and the ability to implement business processes required to ensure compliance with its tenets
Ability to leverage Artificial Intelligence tools (i.e. ChatGPT) to enhance productivity of yourself and the organization
Superb attention to detail, strong planning and organization skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Professional and driven “can-do” attitude
Preferred
National Office and/or transactional advisory experience preferred
Familiarity with ASC sections 805, 810, 815, 820, 606, 321, and 323 preferred
Benefits
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
Company
Axon
Axon provides electronic control devices to law enforcement and corrections agencies.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2018-08-07Post Ipo Equity· $246M
2001-06-07IPO
Leadership Team
Jay Reitz
SVP Software Engineering
Anthony Baldoni
VP Strategic Initiatives
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