Senior Manager of Transformation and Internal Controls (Hybrid)

As the Senior Manager of Transformation and Internal Controls at Axon, your core responsibilities include enhancing internal control environments, leading process improvements across Finance and Accounting teams, conducting risk assessments for newly acquired entities, and executing specialized projects derived from critical business changes. Your role also emphasizes collaboration with management to address complex issues and provide actionable insights through meticulous analysis.

To thrive as the Senior Manager of Transformation and Internal Controls at Axon, candidates typically need a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, coupled with relevant certifications such as CPA or CIA. A minimum of 6 years in internal audit and a solid understanding of SOX provisions and compliance are essential, along with advanced analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven leadership qualities and exceptional communication abilities are crucial for collaborating effectively with various stakeholders.

The Senior Manager of Transformation and Internal Controls plays a crucial role in Axon’s mission by optimizing internal controls that uphold the integrity of financial reporting and operational processes. This ensures that the company maintains compliance while successfully mitigating risks associated with business transformations, thus supporting Axon’s overarching goal of protecting life through innovative solutions.

The work environment for the Senior Manager of Transformation and Internal Controls at Axon is dynamic and collaborative, reflecting the company’s commitment to innovation and teamwork. The hybrid model allows for flexibility, and employees are encouraged to share ideas and perspectives to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. You'll be engaging with talented professionals who are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the public safety sector.

Axon offers a competitive salary, a robust 401k plan with employer matching, discretionary paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, parental leave, fitness programs, and emotional wellness support. Furthermore, Axon is committed to personal and professional development, providing learning opportunities that align with employees' career goals.

In answering this question, focus on specific examples from your past roles where you've led internal audits. Highlight your methodologies, the tools used for analysis, and the outcome of your audits, particularly any improvements made as a result.

Discuss your approach to prioritization, mentioning strategies such as assessing risk levels, deadlines, and stakeholder impact. Emphasize the importance of adaptability and flexibility in the fast-paced audit environment.

Be ready to list and explain key controls linked to financial reporting processes, such as segregation of duties, access controls, and regular review processes. Elaborate on why each control is crucial for compliance and how you have applied them in the past.

Explain a specific situation where you encountered significant challenges during an audit. Detail your analytical process, the stakeholders involved, the interventions you led, and the results that followed your resolution efforts.

Point out your familiarity with various data analysis tools like ACL, IDEA, or Excel, and provide examples of how you've used them to enhance audit procedures and uncover insights.

Discuss your communication strategies, emphasizing the importance of clarity and conciseness. Provide examples where your presentations led to action or change based on your findings.

Share your commitment to continuous learning, mentioning specific resources like workshops, webinars, professional memberships, or courses that you engage with to stay current in the field.

Talk about a systematic approach to identifying gaps in current processes, collaborating with stakeholders for insights, and then implementing robust frameworks that address those gaps.

Provide an example of a complex audit project you managed, detailing your planning, execution, obstacles faced, and the methods used to ensure that it met both scheduled timelines and quality standards.

Discuss your approach to building relationships across departments, emphasizing training, open communication, and the importance of fostering an environment where compliance is viewed positively rather than as a burden.