Sr. Product OWNER

USC ONLY WHO LIVES IN ARIZONA AND READY TO GO 5 DAYS ONSITE OFFICE IN SCOTTSDALE ARIZONA. THEY WANT SOME LEADER WHO HAS 10-15 YRS EXPERIENCE WITHH SAP AND ORACLE AS A PRODUCT MANAGER AND NO NEED FOR ANY GUIDENCE MEANS HE SHOULD NOT BE TRETED AS SPOON FEEDING. NOT VERY SENIOR LIKE EXECUTIVE LEVEL BECAUSE THOSE TYPE OF PEOPLE DOES NOT DO WORK THEY JUST TAKE WORKS FROM OTHERS. THIS IS CONTRACT TO HIRE POSITION SO AFTER 6 MONTH THEY WILL BE THEIR FULL TIME EMPLOYEE SO SEND ME BOTH RATE C2H AND FULL TIME RATE.

Sr. Product OWNER


Location: Downtown Phoenix, AZ- In office

Department: Information Technology


Visa: USC/GC Preferred


Job Description


Senior Product Manager - Tax & Accounting Systems


Location: Downtown Phoenix, AZ- In office
Department: Information Technology
Reports To: CIO


Position Summary


We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Owner to report into the Sr. Product Manager we just hired to lead the strategy, development, and continuous improvement of a large-scale Tax and Accounting system. This role is instrumental in ensuring the platform meets the needs of internal users, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies while promoting efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in financial operations.


Key Responsibilities

Someone who takes initiative and can jump in without alot of direction and get the job done


CSPO Cert


Team lead experience preferably within gov/pub sector


Oracle, SAP


Onsite 5 days per week


Has worked within the Finance/Accounting Tech team


5 years minimum experience but ideally 10/12 years experience.

The client is seeking a proven leader who can effectively manage teams, balance multiple stakeholders, and confidently drive outcomes with minimal oversight. A Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or similar certification would be viewed very favorably, as it reflects the structured approach and professional discipline they are looking for.


This person needs to be both strategic and hands-on, a trusted, self-directed professional who "gets it" and can represent the department well. The environment requires someone who can take initiative and lead without waiting for instruction, while also demonstrating diplomacy and tact within a public-sector structure.


Product Strategy & Roadmap

• Define and maintain a clear product vision and multi-year roadmap aligned with organizational goals and compliance requirements.

• Drive innovation and modernization across tax and accounting functions.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with finance, treasury, IT, and external vendors to gather and prioritize requirements.

• Facilitate collaboration across departments to deliver scalable and user-centric solutions.

Requirements Gathering & Analysis

• Translate business needs into technical specifications for tax billing, payments, reporting, and integration with related systems.

• Evaluate opportunities to streamline processes and improve user experience.

Project Management & Delivery

• Oversee the full product lifecycle, from discovery through deployment and support.

• Ensure on-time delivery within budget, applying agile principles and structured governance.

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain adherence to local, state, and federal tax and accounting standards.

• Support audits and ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting.

User Training & Support

• Partner with training teams to develop user materials and coordinate rollout sessions.

• Act as a central point of contact for user feedback and continuous improvement.

Data Integrity & Security

• Collaborate with IT and security teams to safeguard sensitive taxpayer and financial data.

• Ensure system stability, scalability, and uptime reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Product Manager or Business Analyst, preferably within financial, tax, or government technology environments.

• Strong understanding of public-sector accounting and regulatory frameworks.

• Experience managing software development lifecycles (Agile/Scrum preferred).

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proven ability to translate complex requirements into actionable product solutions.

• Familiarity with enterprise finance systems (e.g., Tyler Technologies, Oracle, SAP) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or professional certifications such as PMP, CBAP, or Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO).

• Experience leading cross-functional teams in government or public-sector settings.

• Knowledge of data privacy laws and cybersecurity best practices.

Compensation


Competitive market rate commensurate with experience.


Ideal Candidate


The successful candidate is a confident, self-directed leader with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders. They are skilled at balancing initiative with diplomacy, navigating structured environments while driving meaningful progress. A strong technical acumen, paired with business insight and communication finesse, will set the right person apart.

Position Summary


We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager to lead the strategy, development, and continuous improvement of a large-scale Tax and Accounting system. This role is instrumental in ensuring the platform meets the needs of internal users, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies while promoting efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in financial operations.


Key Responsibilities


Product Strategy & Roadmap

• Define and maintain a clear product vision and multi-year roadmap aligned with organizational goals and compliance requirements.

• Drive innovation and modernization across tax and accounting functions.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with finance, treasury, IT, and external vendors to gather and prioritize requirements.

• Facilitate collaboration across departments to deliver scalable and user-centric solutions.

Requirements Gathering & Analysis

• Translate business needs into technical specifications for tax billing, payments, reporting, and integration with related systems.

• Evaluate opportunities to streamline processes and improve user experience.

Project Management & Delivery

• Oversee the full product lifecycle, from discovery through deployment and support.

• Ensure on-time delivery within budget, applying agile principles and structured governance.

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain adherence to local, state, and federal tax and accounting standards.

• Support audits and ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting.

User Training & Support

• Partner with training teams to develop user materials and coordinate rollout sessions.

• Act as a central point of contact for user feedback and continuous improvement.

Data Integrity & Security

• Collaborate with IT and security teams to safeguard sensitive taxpayer and financial data.

• Ensure system stability, scalability, and uptime reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Product Manager or Business Analyst, preferably within financial, tax, or government technology environments.

• Strong understanding of public-sector accounting and regulatory frameworks.

• Experience managing software development lifecycles (Agile/Scrum preferred).

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proven ability to translate complex requirements into actionable product solutions.

• Familiarity with enterprise finance systems (e.g., Tyler Technologies, Oracle, SAP) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or professional certifications such as PMP, CBAP, or Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO).

• Experience leading cross-functional teams in government or public-sector settings.

• Knowledge of data privacy laws and cybersecurity best practices.

Compensation


Competitive market rate commensurate with experience.


Ideal Candidate


The successful candidate is a confident, self-directed leader with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders. They are skilled at balancing initiative with diplomacy, navigating structured environments while driving meaningful progress. A strong technical acumen, paired with business insight and communication finesse, will set the right person apart.