Controllership Director and Chief of Staff to CAO
Job Location:
Boston, MA - USA
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Job Summary
At Axon were on a mission to Protect Life. Were explorers pursuing societys 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 youll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.
We areseekinga strategic analytical and highly organized Chief of Staff (CoS) to support theControllershiporganization which spans commercial controllership NPI accounting and finance operations M&A and strategic partnership due diligence and integrationtax is a hybrid role roughly halfdedicated toCoSresponsibilities and theremainderto special projects andControllershiptransformation initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a versatile growth-minded professional who thrives on variety and ambiguity. Becausewerescaling quickly many of our most impactful roles start as fast-paced cross-functional problem-solving opportunities before finding their longer-term home. Ifyoureenergized by building things from scratch navigating competing priorities across teams and evolving your scope as the organization grows this role is for you.
Youllserve as a trusted advisor to theControllershipleadership team keeping priorities aligned operations running smoothly and key financial and organizational initiatives moving communicationskills and a finance or accounting background are essential.
What Youll Do
Reports to:Chief Accounting Officer (CAO)
Work Location: This role is eligible to be based out of Axons US hubs located in Boston New York City or San Francisco and 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.
Strategic & Operational Support
- Serve as a strategic partner to the CAO driving execution of department priorities and organizational goals.
- Enable effective decision-making by synthesizing information conducting analyses and preparing executive-level briefings MBR/QBR materials and presentations.
- Lead special projects and strategic initiatives including finance transformation process automation and system upgrades in support of the companys rapid growth.
Financial & Business Insights
- Analyze financial and operational data to surface strategic recommendations and drive performance improvements.
- Partner with FP&A Business Technology Operations and Sales on cross-functional initiatives and process optimization.
- Own the generation and ongoing monitoring of the annual Controllership operating expense budget.
- Prepare presentation materials for executive leadership (COO & CFO) and Audit Committee and monitor KPIs reporting timelines and compliance milestones.
Team & Culture Enablement
- Drive engagement communication andteam-buildingacross the broaderControllershiporganization.
- Support talent development succession planning and hiring in partnership with HR.
- Champion continuous improvement and change management across the finance function.
Communication & Coordination
- Prepare internal communications presentations and dashboards for executive meetings board updates and audits.
- Coordinate finance leadership meetings set agendas and ensuretimelyfollow-up on action items.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance ora relatedfield.
- 6 years of experience in finance accounting or operations with exposure to controllership functions.
- Prior experience in FP&A consulting M&A or a business partnership role is highly desirable.
- Proven track record of building and implementing new processes with a hands-on approach.
- A versatile self-starter who is energized by ambiguity fast-moving priorities and cross-functional collaboration someone who sees wearing multiple hats as an opportunity not a constraint.
- Strong project management organizational and communication skills with robust cross-functional experience.
- Resourceful in data mining with strong modeling skills to uncover insights and drive informed decisions.
- Ability to translate complex financial and accounting concepts into clear accessible communication.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in a multinational public company or highly regulated industry.
- Familiarity with financial transformation digital finance tools and automation initiatives.
- Proficiency in SQL and/or Python for data analysis and workflow automation.
- Comfortable navigating dynamic matrixed environments and engaging confidently with executive stakeholders.
What Youll Gain
- Direct exposure to high-level financial decision-making and corporate strategy.
- The opportunity to drive meaningful change and help shape the future of the finance organization.
- A seat at the table with a leadership team committed to innovation integrity and growth.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
- Hybrid work schedule
- Discretionary paid time off
- Paid parental leave for all
- Medical Dental Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs
- And yes we have snacks in our offices
Axon is a total compensation company meaning compensation is made up of base pay bonus and stock awards. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors such as: level function training transferable skills work experience business needs geographic market and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit Pay Range
$151920 - $243072 USD
Dont meet every single requirement Thats ok. At Axon we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.
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 youre excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesnt 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.
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.
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Axons mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axons 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. Were 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 Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
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Senior IC
About Company
The Axon Network connects people, devices, and apps to protect life in all regards. From our TASER smart weapons, to police body cameras, to our industry-leading cloud-based evidence management software, we are the world’s premier public safety company and are committed to delivering ... View more
