Axon
Director, Treasury and Strategic Partnerships Accounting
Axon, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Director, Treasury and Strategic Partnerships Accounting
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Axon . Axon is on a mission to Protect Life, exploring society’s most critical safety and justice issues through devices and cloud software. We work better together, seeking diverse perspectives.
About the Role We’re hiring a forward‑thinking, technically strong accounting leader to join Accounting Strategy & Financial Reporting and own the end‑to‑end accounting and operational analysis for Treasury, debt and equity transactions, and high‑complexity vendor arrangements. You will lead rigorous technical research and translate conclusions into practical, audit‑ready policies, journal entries, controls and process improvements.
What You’ll Do
Lead technical accounting for debt and equity financings, convertible instruments, warrants/note hedges, debt conversions/settlements and related derivative/hedging matters.
Partner with Treasury to operationalize settlements, cash‑flow classification, amortization, and ongoing accounting.
Serve as the accounting lead for Corporate Development on the GAAP treatment of strategic vendor contracts and acquisition‑adjacent arrangements.
Prepare and defend accounting positions and disclosures for SEC filings, external auditors, and executive leadership.
Design and maintain operating processes, controls, and SOX documentation for treasury accounting workstreams.
Periodically assist in reviewing and advising key leaders on significant contract implications.
Proactively monitor and operate a robust internal control environment in compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley or similar requirements.
Collaborate with other departments to support company initiatives.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
8–12+ years of progressive public‑company accounting experience with significant exposure to debt, equity and complex instruments (convertibles, warrants, hedging).
Experience working with Corporate Development on M&A or strategic vendor contract accounting, including purchase accounting and contingent consideration.
Deep working knowledge of ASC 470, ASC 815, ASC 480, ASC 718, ASC 805, ASC 260 and ASC 230.
Hands‑on experience preparing SEC filing inputs for debt/equity transactions and supporting external auditors.
Strong technical writing and stakeholder skills; comfortable influencing Legal, Treasury, Corp Dev, Tax and senior leaders.
Knowledge of SOX and ability to implement business processes to ensure compliance.
Ability to leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to enhance productivity.
Excellent attention to detail, planning and organization skills, and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
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 our offices
Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement Axon is an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity, and fosters inclusion. We are 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. All employees are empowered to report safety concerns and activities potentially impacting the environment. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. This email address is for accommodation purposes only.
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 the environmental impact. All employees must be aware of and committed to appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise.
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Director, Treasury and Strategic Partnerships Accounting
role at
Axon . Axon is on a mission to Protect Life, exploring society’s most critical safety and justice issues through devices and cloud software. We work better together, seeking diverse perspectives.
About the Role We’re hiring a forward‑thinking, technically strong accounting leader to join Accounting Strategy & Financial Reporting and own the end‑to‑end accounting and operational analysis for Treasury, debt and equity transactions, and high‑complexity vendor arrangements. You will lead rigorous technical research and translate conclusions into practical, audit‑ready policies, journal entries, controls and process improvements.
What You’ll Do
Lead technical accounting for debt and equity financings, convertible instruments, warrants/note hedges, debt conversions/settlements and related derivative/hedging matters.
Partner with Treasury to operationalize settlements, cash‑flow classification, amortization, and ongoing accounting.
Serve as the accounting lead for Corporate Development on the GAAP treatment of strategic vendor contracts and acquisition‑adjacent arrangements.
Prepare and defend accounting positions and disclosures for SEC filings, external auditors, and executive leadership.
Design and maintain operating processes, controls, and SOX documentation for treasury accounting workstreams.
Periodically assist in reviewing and advising key leaders on significant contract implications.
Proactively monitor and operate a robust internal control environment in compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley or similar requirements.
Collaborate with other departments to support company initiatives.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
8–12+ years of progressive public‑company accounting experience with significant exposure to debt, equity and complex instruments (convertibles, warrants, hedging).
Experience working with Corporate Development on M&A or strategic vendor contract accounting, including purchase accounting and contingent consideration.
Deep working knowledge of ASC 470, ASC 815, ASC 480, ASC 718, ASC 805, ASC 260 and ASC 230.
Hands‑on experience preparing SEC filing inputs for debt/equity transactions and supporting external auditors.
Strong technical writing and stakeholder skills; comfortable influencing Legal, Treasury, Corp Dev, Tax and senior leaders.
Knowledge of SOX and ability to implement business processes to ensure compliance.
Ability to leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to enhance productivity.
Excellent attention to detail, planning and organization skills, and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
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 our offices
Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement Axon is an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity, and fosters inclusion. We are 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. All employees are empowered to report safety concerns and activities potentially impacting the environment. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. This email address is for accommodation purposes only.
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 the environmental impact. All employees must be aware of and committed to appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise.
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