Global Mobility Analyst (Remote) - Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

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

Reporting to the head of Global Payroll and People Accounting, the Global Mobility Specialists will serve as a strategic partner to our recruiting, immigration, Payroll and People Operations teams. The specialist will support the Payroll and Finance organization in playing a critical role in monitoring, administering, and supporting our mobility, traveler’s, expatriate assignment, tax equalization and multi-jurisdiction reporting functions. You will support the current policies, provide guidance, drive compliance, and provide accurate and timely reporting / filings required.

What You'll Do
Location: Remote
Reports To: Sr. Director, Global Payroll and People Accounting

Essential functions:

• Supports Global Traveler’s, Expatriate & tax equalization programs at Axon.
• Provides direction amidst changing business priorities to ensure compliance and legally sound solutions around working abroad.
• Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends and propose data-driven solutions to improve employee engagement, retention, and overall team performance.
• Provides timely guidance, support and advice to business management to develop resolution in managing employees issue and concerns effectively
• Delivers anecdotal and analytical insights to Payroll organization surrounding cross border reporting packages, number of days working abroad among other mobility metrics deemed to be necessary
• Collaborate with cross-functional global HR teams to ensure consistency and alignment across the organization while considering the unique needs from a traveler’s POV
• Coordinate employee education around Traveler’s & non-resident return policies and procedures
• Support short and long term compliance with EU Posted Worker compliance
• Monitor and communicate international compliance changes
• Assist with acquisition and implementation of new international entities, as needed.
• Provide Global accounting audit support
• Administer and improve upon annual travel surveys and data collection needs surrounding employee’s working away from the state / country of residence.
• Supporting expatriate assignments at Axon. Including tax cost estimates, analyzing risk, arranging pre-trip tax consultations, post-trip repatriation meetings with Ernst & Young, assist with signatures / stamps on expatriate tax returns, facilitating wire payments associated to host country tax payments and supporting Expats as needed.
• Review Expensify / Amex expense details for mobility related expenses needing further reporting
• Partner with Global Payroll organization on cross training and assisting with payroll and accounting needs.
• Coordinate requirements with immigration team for visa needs
• Assist in developing guardrails for expatriate support (preferred vendor lists, moving support, travel booking) in partnership with other organizations.
• Upload and maintain all proper documentation needed by Ernst & Young to aid in preparation of tax returns
• Ensure proper setup in Workday, CloudPay, Expensify and any other supporting system regularly
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure our programs and policies remain competitive and effective.
• Executes roadmap to ensure compliance and administration of Global employment and tax reporting requirements.
• Effectively communicate with leaders and team members across Axon’s departments, in cross collaborative projects and processes.
• Prioritize and own multiple projects simultaneously, follow through on requests in a timely manner, and bringing awareness to areas of improvement
• Work independently and as a team collaborator with the ability to change direction quickly and often without having all the details

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in either Global Payroll, Global Mobility, Payroll Accounting, or related field
• Microsoft Office, Quip, Outlook, Slack, Voxer, Sharepoint and other tools
• Demonstrated success supporting high-tech, SaaS, start-up and/or complex growth environments a huge plus
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills using MS Excel, with the ability to incorporate metrics and analysis into HR delivery
• Well-versed in using existing HR Systems, workday, and technology and tools, and MS Office software suite
• Strong knowledge of best practices and regulations.
• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll or global mobility including US multi-jurisdiction reporting, wage sourcing, expatriate assignments, Shadow payroll reporting, and year-end requirements in the industry.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results within deadlines

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.

The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 64,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 96,000 in the highest geographic market. 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 www.axon.com/careers/benefits.

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.

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 recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.