Senior Director, Strategic Finance

Senior Director, Strategic Finance 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. Life at Axon is fast‑paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change, constantly growing 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 and 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. What You’ll Do 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. actual reviews. Assist with ad‑hoc FP&A projects that arise due to our rapid growth. What You Bring 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. Location Hybrid presence based near our US hubs—Boston, San Francisco, Atlanta, Sterling, Denver, 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 flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless an approved workplace accommodation applies. Benefits That Benefit You Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match. Discretionary paid time off. Paid parental leave for all. Medical, dental, and vision plans. Fitness programs. Emotional & mental wellness support. Learning & development programs. And yes, we have snacks in our offices. Pay Transparency Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 205,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 270,000 in the highest geographic market. The actual base pay is dependent on many factors: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Important Notes The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment. We collect personal information from applicants to evaluate candidates for employment. You may request access, deletion, or exercise other CCPA rights at axongreenhousesupport@axon.com or via our Axon Privacy Web Form. For more information, please see the Your California Privacy Rights section of our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice. Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well‑being and safety of its employees as well as its impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent—regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances—and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Finance and Sales Industries Software Development #J-18808-Ljbffr