MTech Systems ยท 3 weeks ago
Financial Product Owner
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expMTech Systems is an industry-leading provider for Live Animal Protein Production Performance Management Tools. They are seeking a highly skilled Product Owner to drive the success of their products, overseeing the entire product lifecycle and ensuring alignment with customer needs and business goals.
Software
Responsibilities
Lead the design and improvement of financial processes related to purchase, sales, and order management, specifically tailored for the poultry industry
Oversee financial reporting and reconciliation during period-end processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
Develop and communicate a clear product vision and roadmap aligned with company objectives
Conduct customer research, analyze feedback, and synthesize market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement
Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within scope
Maintain a well-prioritized product backlog and make data-informed decisions about trade-offs and scope adjustments
Write clear and concise user stories, acceptance criteria, and detailed requirements for development teams
Monitor product performance through KPIs, usage analytics, and other metrics, making iterative improvements to ensure continued success
Serve as the primary liaison between business units, keeping stakeholders informed and aligned on progress and priorities
Drive Agile processes such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives to foster efficiency and transparency within teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of product development for software experience
Proficiency in managing month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
Familiarity with software development processes, methodologies (such as Agile), and technologies to facilitate effective communication with the development team
Understanding of UI/UX principles to ensure the product meets user needs and provides a seamless experience
Ability to interpret data and analytics to make informed decisions about the product roadmap and features
Familiarity with common development tools and platforms used in software development projects, such as version control systems (e.g., Git), project management tools (e.g., Devops, Jira), and collaboration platforms (e.g., MS Teams, Wrike, Slack)
Proficiency in writing technical documentation, user stories, and product requirements to effectively communicate with the development team and stakeholders
Basic understanding of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and integration concepts to coordinate with external systems and services if necessary
Understanding of QA principles and processes to ensure product quality and reliability
Awareness of basic cybersecurity principles and best practices to address security concerns in the product development lifecycle
Basic understanding of databases and data storage concepts to collaborate effectively with database administrators and developers
Familiarity with mobile and web technologies to understand the technical requirements and constraints of developing software for different platforms
Knowledge of troubleshooting and technical support processes to address user issues and provide feedback for product improvements
Preferred
Poultry industry experience/knowledge is preferred
Familiarity with financial processes specific to the poultry industry, including cost accounting, inventory management, and regulatory compliance
Hands-on experience with ERP systems, especially modules related to accounting, financial reporting, and order management
Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements, reconciling accounts
Clear communication with stakeholders, development team, and other departments is essential
Ability to prioritize tasks and features based on business value and customer needs
Leadership skills to guide the development team and ensure alignment with the product vision
Aptitude for identifying and solving problems that arise during the development process
Negotiation skills to manage conflicting interests and reach consensus among stakeholders
Focus on understanding and advocating for the needs of end-users to ensure the product meets their requirements
Ability to adapt to changing requirements, priorities, and market conditions
Analytical mindset to interpret data and feedback to make informed decisions about the product roadmap and features
Collaboration with cross-functional teams including developers, designers, testers, and marketers to deliver a successful product
Empathy towards users, team members, and stakeholders to foster strong relationships and create a positive work environment
Ability to identify and mitigate risks throughout the product development lifecycle
Effective time management skills to meet deadlines and deliverables within the project timeline
Willingness to stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in product management
Company
MTech Systems
MTech Systems is a company specialized in software systems for poultry and swine production.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2017-02-14Acquired
Leadership Team
M
Marcel Cohen
President
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