Product Manager, Accounting SME

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +30 more states.

📋 Description

• Deliver expert knowledge and insights in accounting practices.

• Demonstrate proficiency in accounting software and technology solutions, including experience with system conversions and integrations.

• Exhibit excellent organizational and leadership abilities, guiding stakeholders through intricate public policy implementation and business processes.

• Possess exceptional communication skills, capable of explaining complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.

• Assist in the creation and evaluation of program documentation, training materials, and manuals.

• Collaborate with diverse teams, including legal, public policy, business, and operations, to ensure the accuracy and relevance of accounting processes and systems.

• Identify potential areas for process enhancement and propose changes to boost efficiency.

• Conduct comprehensive research to remain informed about updates in accounting standards and regulations.

• Review and approve content developed by others for accuracy and completeness.

• Address specific inquiries and provide guidance based on expert accounting and software development knowledge.

• Lead and manage the integration of accounting software solutions to enhance process efficiency and data accuracy.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to software implementation and integration.

• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure effective audit logging, system integrations, and system monitoring.

• Provide training and support to team members on new software applications and tools.

• Define the vision, goals, and success metrics for the products and services under your management.

• Work alongside designers, business analysts, and technical leads to gather and synthesize market research, user needs, business requirements, and technical approaches.

• Outline the direction, scope, and priority of projects, ranging from high-level initiatives to specific features, user stories, and business metrics.

• Proactively engage, iterate on, and build consensus for product initiatives with the team, government partners, and other contractors.

• Collaborate with the project management team to prioritize roadmaps and incoming work units.

• Represent Nava's outcome-focused and user-centric approach in discovery meetings with agencies and contractors.

• Understand and convey the needs of end users and the population segments we serve, as well as the government partners we collaborate with.

• Measure product progress toward business goals or user needs, converting data insights into actionable steps.

• Make tactical decisions to enhance design, define requirements, and secure stakeholder buy-in for the desired forward direction.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Product Manager leading a cross-functional team.

• At least 5 years of experience in accounting.

• Strong grasp of financial measurement tools and accounting principles.

• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with state government regulations.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• Experience in running and/or launching consumer web applications.

• Ability to create compelling product plans and gain buy-in from the team, government partners, and other contractors.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for discussing technical, user experience, and project management trade-offs; enthusiastic communicator.

• Strong bias toward action; capable of stepping in to fill team gaps and navigate ambiguous situations to structure action plans.

• Ability to execute with incomplete information; possesses excellent product instincts and can create order from diverse needs.

• Ability to define a product objective and logically reverse engineer the path and communications to achieve that objective.

• Capacity to identify market trends and shifts that may impact product direction and adjust plans based on future expectations.

• An adaptive, empathetic, collaborative, and positive mindset.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs.

• Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost.

• Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge.

• Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year in addition to your regular PTO.

• Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus.

• Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home.

• Wellness program — a full platform offering physical, mental, and emotional health resources and support tools.

• Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program.

• Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest.

• 401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan.

• Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility tailored to your schedule and responsibilities.

• Home office setup — company laptop and setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs.

• Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses.

• Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help enhance your professional skills.

• Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access and an annual allowance for courses, tuition, and certifications.

• Referral bonus — receive rewards for referring exceptional candidates who join the Nava team.

• Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable.

• Supportive culture — a collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where individuals genuinely care.