Senior Director, Strategic Finance Scottsdale, Arizona, United States Scottsdale, Arizona

Location: Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

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.

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. actuals 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 the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s 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 the recruiting process, please email [email protected]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.