Hybrid Product Manager / Product Owner

at Harris Computer

• Job title: Product Manager / Product Owner
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Quebec City, Canada

About the role

• Product Owner overseeing product vision and lifecycle at ACCEO Solutions. Collaborating with teams to deliver impactful software solutions for SMEs in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Define the product vision in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, taking into account trends in the accounting industry and user needs.
• Translate business requirements into concrete, useful, and differentiating features, always keeping usability and regulatory compliance in mind.
• Prioritize development work within an Agile approach, maximizing value delivered each sprint.
• Work closely with development and UI/UX design teams to ensure a smooth and effective user experience.
• Model usage through personas, user journeys, and typical accounting scenarios (e.g., invoice management, bank reconciliations).
• Ensure the quality and relevance of deliverables by validating features and measuring their impact on users.
• Train and inform internal teams about product updates, and contribute to the go-to-market strategy.
• Conduct competitive intelligence to position the product as a reference in the field.
• Act as a product ambassador, facilitating communication between technical teams, users, and leadership.
• Communicate with influence: translate requirements into clear language for technical teams and rally stakeholders around the product vision.
• Measure success: define key performance indicators and monitor product evolution to maximize its impact.
• Monitor the market: perform regular benchmarks to stay ahead of competitors.
• Act as a cross-functional leader: build bridges between teams, foster collaboration, and instill a strong product culture.

Requirements

• Proven experience in product management, ideally within B2B or accounting software.
• Accounting designation (asset)
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or another relevant field.
• Strong understanding of accounting and financial processes (major asset).
• Proficiency in Agile/Scrum methodologies, with the ability to prioritize and make decisions quickly.
• Analytical mindset and ability to turn data into product insights.
• Natural leadership, able to rally teams around a shared vision.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong customer orientation, with a passion for creating useful and intuitive solutions.
• Basic knowledge of English is required, as we have English-speaking clients, partners, and vendors, and the role may occasionally require communication in English.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career advancement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 3 weeks of vacation and 5 personal days
• Employee equity plan and RRSP/401(k) matching programs
• Lifestyle perks
• Community involvement and corporate social responsibility
• Collaborative and pleasant work environment
• Flexible work options