Senior Revenue Accountant

As a Senior Revenue Accountant at Axon, your primary responsibilities include overseeing the monthly and quarterly revenue close processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 guidelines, and managing communications with various stakeholders. You'll also draft and implement policies that facilitate an effective revenue close cycle and conduct training for those involved in quoting and order processing.

To apply for the Senior Revenue Accountant position at Axon, you’ll need at least a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Financial Accounting, along with 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred, and familiarity with Salesforce and RevStream is highly desirable.

Essential skills for success in the Senior Revenue Accountant role at Axon include excellent analytical, oral, and written communication abilities. You will need superb attention to detail, strong planning and organizational skills, and the ability to multitask effectively in a dynamic environment.

The Senior Revenue Accountant plays a crucial role in supporting Axon’s mission by ensuring financial integrity and compliance that facilitate responsible and effective resource allocation. Your work with revenue recognition helps ensure that the company can continue investing in the development of technologies that enhance public safety.

The Senior Revenue Accountant position at Axon is hybrid, allowing flexibility with onsite presence at US hubs, including Boston. You’ll be expected to be onsite 2-3 days per week, promoting teamwork while benefiting from the advantages of a flexible work environment.

When discussing your experience with ASC 606 compliance, focus on specific projects or roles where you implemented or managed revenue recognition according to these guidelines. Highlight your understanding of the impact on financial reporting and how you ensured compliance within your team's practices.

Detail your approach to preparing for the monthly revenue close process, including the analysis of data, coordination with different departments, and tracking of all necessary documentation. Emphasize your attention to detail and proactive communication strategy, explaining how they contribute to accuracy and timeliness.

Discuss the steps you take when you identify discrepancies in revenue reporting, emphasizing your analytical skills. Explain how you investigate the issue, collaborate with other teams, and implement solutions, while emphasizing your commitment to transparency and accuracy.

Mention the specific accounting and financial software tools you are proficient in, such as Salesforce and RevStream. Include examples of how you’ve utilized these tools to streamline processes or enhance reporting accuracy in your previous roles.

Detail your commitment to professional development and staying informed with changes in accounting regulations by attending seminars, participating in relevant courses, or following key regulatory bodies. Mention any specific resources you rely on to ensure that your knowledge remains current.

Provide an example of a specific process improvement you identified in a previous position. Be sure to describe the issue, your proposed solution, and the results of implementing the change, illustrating your proactive approach and problem-solving abilities.

Discuss your strategies for prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment, including your use of to-do lists, setting deadlines, and regular check-ins with your team. Talk about how these strategies help you balance routine responsibilities with unexpected issues that arise.

Share your thoughts on the evolving role of technology in revenue accounting, emphasizing areas such as automation, real-time reporting, and advanced analytics. Discuss how you envision leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy in the revenue accounting process.

Explain your tactics for managing stakeholder expectations during the financial close process, focusing on proactive communication, regular updates on progress, and effective relationship management to ensure all parties are aligned and informed.

Articulate your passion for working in revenue accounting, emphasizing aspects such as the challenge of complex financial reporting, the satisfaction of achieving accuracy, or the importance of financial integrity in contributing to a larger mission, like Axon’s commitment to protecting life.