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Senior Revenue Accountant

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In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
111K-178K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
111K-178K Annually
Senior level
Manage revenue and cost accounting, including revenue recognition, journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, reporting, internal controls, SOX compliance, audits, and month-end close. Partner with Sales, Operations, FP&A, IT, and other teams to ensure accurate financial reporting. Support process improvements, automation, system enhancements, and ad hoc analyses while applying ASC 606 and other accounting standards.
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Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s 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, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

As a Senior Revenue Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and complete revenue and cost accounting in accordance with applicable accounting standards. You will work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Sales, and Technology teams to support the monthly close, analyze revenue trends, strengthen internal controls, and improve processes. This role is well-suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys applying technical accounting expertise, analytical thinking, and collaboration to drive high-quality financial reporting.

Work Location

Hybrid Presence based in our Boston office. This role 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.

What You’ll Do
  • Develop a strong understanding of the end-to-end order-to-cash process and how upstream activities impact revenue recognition and financial reporting
  • Perform monthly and quarterly analytical reviews to ensure revenue and related accounts are recorded accurately and in accordance with accounting standards
  • Prepare and record journal entries related to revenue, deferred revenue, and related accounts
  • Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Professional Services, Operations, FP&A, and IT to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and accurate reporting
  • Support the design, enhancement, and maintenance of reporting and analytics related to revenue and related metrics
  • Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities, including reconciliations and variance analysis
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, including execution of key SOX controls and documentation of processes
  • Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations
  • Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements
  • Assist with special projects and ad hoc analyses as needed
What You Bring
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience)
  • CPA designation or progress toward CPA preferred
  • 2–5+ years of accounting experience, with revenue accounting experience strongly preferred
  • Experience in a SaaS, technology, or services-based business environment is a plus
  • Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles (ASC 606 experience preferred)
  • Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders, including Sales, Product, Legal, and Professional Services teams
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving processes
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with data analytics tools, ERP systems, or revenue automation tools is a plus
  • Self-starter who can work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team
  • Ability to influence, build consensus, and drive continuous improvement
Benefits that Benefit You
  • 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
  • And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.


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 https://www.axon.com/careers.

Base Pay Range
$111,000$177,600 USD

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's 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 you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t 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.

We collect personal information from applicants to evaluate candidates for employment. You may request access, deletion, or exercise other CCPA rights at [email protected] or via our Axon Privacy Web Form. For more information, please see the Your California Privacy Rights section of our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s 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. We’re 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 [email protected].  Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

Phishing alert:  Axon will never ask you to pay for any part of the hiring process, including training, equipment, or background checks. We do not make job offers via text message, WhatsApp, or instant messaging platforms without a formal interview process.  All legitimate job openings are listed on our official careers page at https://www.axon.com/careers.  If you receive a suspicious offer or outreach from an email address that is not @axon.com, or if you are asked for sensitive personal information (bank details, Social Security Number) prematurely, please ignore the message and report it to [email protected].


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