Director, Product Finance

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• You will apply business and financial acumen to support various levels of Operational and Financial decision makers with data, analysis, metrics, process creation/improvement and operating model alignment
• You will support Product Roadmap prioritization based on profit contribution and engineering resource constraints in close partnership with engineering and product leads
• You will model new product design iterations and develop the business case for new products and features based on product-market fit and expected cost reduction
• You will drive regular cost reduction, headcount, and budget reviews to ensure alignment to the company plan and product strategy
• You will support the corporate forecasting process for R&D/product spend and present results to R&D leaders. Regularly participate in corporate FP&A meetings such as executive corporate forecast reviews and budget vs. actuals reviews
• You will support the company-wide Strategic Portfolio Planning Process by assisting in the creation of Investment Business Cases for new Products & Strategic initiatives and in doing so the role will collaborate cross functionally and will have full P&L exposure
• The position will also support Product teams in their holistic analysis of market and P&L performance for key Product Segments and contribute with data, KPIs and analysis

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Financial Accounting
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial modeling, forecasting and business analytics in a dynamic environment, supporting both financial and operational decision makers
• Proven track record of owning projects and driving their completion cross-functionally
• Experience driving process improvements focused on quality, timeliness and improved efficiency
• Ability to work independently with concern for quality and deadlines
• Data analysis and dynamic scenario modeling with emphasis on researching and validating modeling inputs and assumptions and ensuring their alignment with operational models and strategic goals
• Technology/software/SaaS industry experience
• Mechanical/Manufacturing experience

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills for frequent interaction with financial and non-financial business leaders
• Superb attention to detail, strong planning and organization skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit

Skills

• Strong financial modeling and forecasting skills
• Experience with business analytics and data-driven decision making
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions
• Knowledge of SaaS and/or manufacturing industries

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
• Snacks in the office

Pay

$166,950 - $267,120 USD

Schedule

Hybrid Presence based near the following US Hubs - Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, New York City or Scottsdale. This role 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.