Senior Revenue Accountant

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. 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of the end-to-end order-to-cash process and how upstream activities impact revenue recognition and financial reporting
• Perform monthly and quarterly analytical reviews to ensure revenue and related accounts are recorded accurately and in accordance with accounting standards
• Prepare and record journal entries related to revenue, deferred revenue, and related accounts
• Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Professional Services, Operations, FP&A, and IT to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and accurate reporting
• Support the design, enhancement, and maintenance of reporting and analytics related to revenue and related metrics
• Aid in month-end and quarter-end close activities, including reconciliations and variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, including execution of key SOX controls and documentation of processes
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations
• Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc analyses as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience)
• CPA designation or progress toward CPA preferred
• 2–5+ years of accounting experience, with revenue accounting experience strongly preferred
• Experience in a SaaS, technology, or services-based business environment is a plus

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles (ASC 606 experience preferred)
• Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders, including Sales, Product, Legal, and Professional Services teams
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving processes
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with data analytics tools, ERP systems, or revenue automation tools is a plus
• Self-starter who can work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team

Skills

• Technical accounting expertise
• Analytical thinking
• Collaboration

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

Pay

Base Pay Range: $111,000 USD - $177,600 USD

Schedule

Hybrid Presence based in our Boston office. 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.