Senior Director, Strategic Finance

Axon•Atlanta, GA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 Senior Director, Strategic Finance, you will report directly to the VP, FP&A. You will manage Axon’s three statement financial forecast, develop and present executive reporting packages, execute our annual and quarterly forecast processes, build & maintain financial models, and assist in the planning and implementation of various corporate initiatives. This is a highly visible, cross-functional leadership role requiring deep expertise in setting and meeting financial goals. You'll collaborate closely with senior stakeholders across Corporate Finance, Product, Sales, and Operations to align priorities, ensure accountability, and drive strategic outcomes. You will join a demanding environment that favors agility, initiative, resilience, and creative thinking. We genuinely love what we do and are looking for those of you who share this passion. Come work with us in a dynamic environment in which you’ll use your passion, technical experience, and strong problem-solving skills.

Requirements

Advanced degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or Accounting
Minimum of 10 years of progressive finance experience, including financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and business analytics in a high-growth environment
Demonstrated experience managing a full P&L, including setting and delivering financial guidance
Proven success developing and maintaining comprehensive three-statement financial models
Track record of driving cost control, optimizing resource allocation, and influencing EBITDA improvement
Experience with a publicly traded company and familiarity with quarterly external guidance processes
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with planning systems such as Adaptive a plus.
Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for executive and non-financial audiences
High attention to detail, strong project management capabilities, and a results-driven mindset.
Entrepreneurial, proactive, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

Key role in the management of Axon’s three statement financial model, including near term scenario modeling and long-range planning.
Ownership over Axon’s annual budget process, as well as quarterly and monthly reforecasts
Key role in setting and delivering external guidance
Develop weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting packages and dashboards
Analyze financial results and provide insightful commentary on financial performance
Assist with developing C-Team and Board financial presentations
Identify and implement model enhancements to drive improved forecast accuracy
Participate in corporate FP&A meetings such as executive corporate forecast reviews and budget vs. actuals reviews
Assist with ad hoc FP&A projects that arise due to our rapid growth