Manufacturing Estimator - REMOTE

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Axon is scaling its global manufacturing operations, and the finance team behind that growth needs sharp, detail‑oriented analysts to keep it running with precision. As a Cost Accountant at Axon, you’ll sit at the intersection of finance and operations, owning month‑end close activities, driving inventory and variance analysis, and partnering directly with FP&A, Supply Chain Controllership, and Operations leaders. Own month‑end close for cost accounting – prepare and post journal entries including accruals, reserves, reclassifications, and allocations across multiple business segments and legal entities. Support close activities spanning inventory reserves, PPV accruals and amortization, royalties, scrap reclassifications, and overhead and segment allocations.

Lead inventory reserve management – review and maintain excess and obsolescence reserves, produce reserve summary reports, and support inventory reconciliation activities including segment, sub‑assembly, and raw material to WIP movements.

Drive cost variance analysis – monitor and analyze purchase price, production, and quantity variances; Support standard cost processes – assist with standard cost uploads in the ERP system, including monthly bill‑of‑materials (BOM) reviews, new SKU setups, and ongoing variance monitoring.

Prepare management reporting packages – collect and analyze cost data to support business decision‑making; prepare periodic cost variance reports comparing standard to actual costs across global manufacturing operations.

Ensure GAAP compliance and audit readiness – perform account reconciliations, document cost accounting processes and journal entries in adherence to internal controls, and support SOX testing, GAAP audits, and annual physical inventory count activities.

Collaborate cross‑functionally – partner with FP&A, Global Supply Chain Controllership, and Operations to explain budget‑to‑actual variances and serve as a trusted resource on cost accounting treatment, inventory transactions, and ERP‑related questions.

Contribute to process improvement – as this team scales, proactively identify opportunities to streamline close processes, improve reporting accuracy, and build scalable cost accounting infrastructure.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required – CPA or CMA in progress or completed is a plus.

3+ years of experience in cost accounting, manufacturing finance, or supply chain finance – or equivalent relevant experience in a high‑growth or operationally complex environment.

Solid GAAP foundation – hands‑on experience with inventory accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, and financial close processes; familiarity with SOX compliance and audit support.

ERP proficiency – experience working in a major ERP system (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) for journal entries, BOM reviews, standard cost uploads, and inventory transactions.

Analytical and detail‑oriented – comfortable working with large datasets, building reconciliations, and communicating complex cost drivers to non‑finance stakeholders with clarity.

Advanced Excel skills – proficiency with complex formulas, pivot tables, lookups, data analysis, and financial modeling; 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.

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Axon is 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 View email address on click.appcast.io.