Financial Product Owner

Position Title: Financial Product OwnerLocation:  Fully RemoteDuration: Perm Full Time/ Direct Hire ***Due to client requirements this role is only open to USC OR GC candidates*** Must Have:Supporting specific modules within amino supporting cost accountingProduct owner emphasis with Financial Cost accounting - Accumulated cost through each of the supply chain/production.Not looking for someone who is just general financial PO, looking for someone who understands finance and accounting.AGILE is big.Accounting/Finance major could be helpful, not required but that could be someone who is the right person. Job SummaryClient is seeking a highly skilled Sr. Product Owner to join our dynamic Product team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in driving the success of our products. You’ll own the end-to-end lifecycle of your product line, from discovery to delivery, ensuring that each feature or solution aligns with customer needs and business goals. This role requires a strategic thinker with a customer-first mindset who can collaborate across departments, lead product development efforts, and deliver measurable outcomes.  We seek a solution-oriented individual who can provide answers rather than just identify problems. Embracing continuous change is key, as innovation and improvement are integral to Client’s culture. This person should have a service-minded attitude, demonstrating a passion for enhancing the work of others and simplifying processes for stakeholders.  Essential responsibilities include and functions of the Product Owner are:  Develop and Manage Financial Processes: Lead the design and improvement of financial processes related to purchase, sales, and order management, specifically tailored for the poultry industry.Ensure Accurate Period-End Reporting: Oversee financial reporting and reconciliation during period-end processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.Process Accounting & Cost Tracking: Enable real-time cost tracking, margin analysis, and operational efficiency metrics within the platform.Product Strategy: Develop and communicate a clear product vision and roadmap aligned with company objectives.Customer Insights: Conduct customer research, analyze feedback, and synthesize market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within scope.Roadmap and Prioritization: Maintain a well-prioritized product backlog and make data-informed decisions about trade-offs and scope adjustments.Feature Development: Write clear and concise user stories, acceptance criteria, and detailed requirements for development teams.Data-Driven Decisions: Monitor product performance through KPIs, usage analytics, and other metrics, making iterative improvements to ensure continued success.Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between business units, keeping stakeholders informed and aligned on progress and priorities.Agile Practices: Drive Agile processes such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives to foster efficiency and transparency within teams.  Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.5+ years of product development for software experienceMust have experience with process accounting (Costing Method), cost allocation, and financial workflows.Proficiency in managing month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.Poultry industry experience/knowledge is preferred. Preferred Personal Skills/Abilities 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 accountsClear 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.About Matlen SilverExperience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at: info@matlensilver.com // 908-393-8600