Sales Incentive Compensation Manager Jobs in Washington, DC

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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
Axon is looking for an experienced Manager of Equity Compensation who will be responsible for the day-to-day activities of the company's equity plans, including our unique eXponential Stock Plan (XSP). The ideal candidate is thoroughly familiar with equity incentive plans (stock options, RSUs and PSUs) and has experience with international considerations and tax implications. As a Manager of Equity Compensation, you will report directly to the Senior Director - Head of Financial Reporting & Equity and will interface extensively with the following teams: People Operations, Payroll, Legal, Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, and both internal and external audit.
What You'll Do
Reports to: Senior Director - Head of Financial Reporting & Equity
Work Location: This role is eligible to be based out of Axon's US hubs located in Atlanta, Boston, New York, Virginia, Scottsdale, San Francisco or Seattle and 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.

• Manage the end-to-end administration of equity plans, including reviewing grants, exercises, releases and cancellations, reviewing monthly reconciliations, and monitoring share utilization with a strong collaboration among Accounting, Finance, Payroll, People Operations, Tax, and Legal teams.
• Partner with stakeholders on the continued evolution of our eXponential Stock Plan, which is an optional high-risk, high-reward employee stock plan designed to financially reward employees if the company excels.
• Implement best practices with effective controls and automate workstreams to enable efficient, accurate and timely processing of equity data.
• Coordinate with Payroll, Accounting and People Ops on the reporting of stock compensation for employee income purposes, both domestic and international.
• Act as liaison between officers, employees and brokers in setting up and maintaining 10b5-1 trading plans and transactions as needed.
• Prepare Forms 3 and 4 to report Section 16 officer and director transactions in SEC filings.
• Provide information for financial statement footnote disclosures, reconcile the balance sheet accounts related to common stock, additional paid in capital, and related employee taxes; and prepare quarterly equity rollforward.
• Perform other duties and ad hoc projects and reporting as requested.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field.
• 7+ years experience in Stock Administration, with experience in a public company.
• Excellent computer knowledge, including proficiency in Excel and interest in automation and artificial intelligence initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of various types of equity awards and programs.
• Understanding of accounting standards related to equity compensation.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills with a commitment to quality, accuracy and details.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and internal/external partners
• Excellent interpersonal skills with high initiative, flexibility, and team approach to work.
• Acute attention to detail and well-developed organization and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and high standards of ethics and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• 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
$121,320-$194,112 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.
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