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The Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting Operations at Axon is responsible for leading a team focused on the revenue close, managing relationships with auditors, and ensuring effective revenue recognition. This role requires an understanding of revenue systems, including RevStream, Salesforce, and Dynamics 365, while partnering with various departments to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement.

Axon requires candidates for the Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting Operations role to have at least 7 years of experience in leading revenue accounting teams and managing close auditors. A background in global public companies subject to SOX regulations is highly desirable, particularly within technology industries, along with a proven history of process improvement and team development.

In the role of Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting Operations, you'll lead, coach, and develop a team of professionals focused on accurate revenue recognition. This includes conducting training, setting performance metrics, and fostering an environment where team members can thrive, thus ensuring effective contribution to the company's revenue recognition process.

As the Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting Operations at Axon, you'll primarily work with RevStream, but you'll also engage with Salesforce and Dynamics 365. Mastery of these systems is crucial for leading accurate and timely revenue reporting and process improvements within the finance team.

Axon offers a fast-paced and collaborative work culture for the Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting Operations. Employees are encouraged to share ideas, seek diverse perspectives, and take initiative in their roles, making it a supportive environment for professional growth aligned with the company's mission to Protect Life.

When leading a revenue accounting team, it's essential to establish clear goals, foster a collaborative environment, and promote continuous learning. Your leadership style should involve open communication and regular check-ins to ensure tasks are prioritized and team members feel supported.

Discuss your hands-on experience with revenue recognition by providing specific examples of how you've implemented processes in past roles, particularly with technology companies, while emphasizing your ability to maintain compliance with regulations and improve the efficiency of these processes.

To manage auditor relationships effectively, I focus on transparency and timely communication. Providing detailed documentation, being proactive in addressing potential issues, and maintaining a collaborative approach helps build trust and a positive working relationship.

Accuracy in financial reporting is achieved through rigorous checks and balances, leveraging automated systems, and continuously monitoring the financial close process. Regular reconciliations and data audits help ensure that all entries are complete and errors are minimized.

Share a specific instance where you identified a bottleneck in the revenue recognition process. Explain the steps you took to analyze the workflow, the changes you implemented, and the positive outcomes achieved, including metrics that demonstrate the efficiency gained.

Technology plays a crucial role in revenue accounting by streamlining processes, ensuring accuracy, and providing real-time data. Discuss how you have utilized systems like RevStream, Salesforce, or Dynamics 365 to enhance reporting and improve workflow efficiency.

Address discrepancies by first gathering all relevant data and communicating with the involved parties to understand the root cause. Prioritize resolving issues promptly while ensuring that there are no impacts on the overall financial reporting timeline.

To assess performance, you should track metrics such as the accuracy of revenue recognition, the timeliness of reporting, stakeholder satisfaction, and team development measures. These indicators help ensure your team is meeting its objectives and continuously improving.

Staying compliant with SOX and other regulations requires a deep understanding of applicable laws. Regular training, implementing robust internal controls, and conducting periodic audits are vital practices to ensure that all processes align with regulatory requirements.

I plan to contribute to Axon's mission by ensuring that our revenue accounting operations are efficient and compliant, enabling the company to allocate more resources toward our core mission of protecting life and enhancing community safety, ultimately driving growth and sustainable success.