Job Description
Grant Thornton is seeking a Product Manager(Senior Associate) to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below.
POSITION SUMMARY
Grant Thornton is seeking a Product Manager(Senior Associate) with a strong work ethic and passion for delivering innovative solutions at an enterprise-level. The Product Manager will be part of the Enterprise Transformation team and will deliver products across Grant Thornton’s Audit, Tax, and Advisory service lines. The Product Manager will be responsible for defining and executing the product vision, strategy, and roadmap. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, designers, business analysts, and stakeholders, to deliver a world-class software solution that enhances the efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness of our business services. The Product Manager will have an ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines. He or she will have proven experience in taking on end-to-end ownership and successfully delivering results in a fast-paced, complex, and dynamic business environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Product Strategy: Develop a deep understanding of the organization’s business services, user needs, and market trends to define a compelling and competitive product strategy. Create the product vision, personas, scenarios, user experiences, value proposition, target audience, competitive analysis, risk assessment, metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs), and go-to-market (GTM) plan that align with market demands and business objectives.
- Roadmap Development: Create and maintain a clear and detailed product roadmap that outlines key milestones, features, and enhancements. Continuously prioritize and adjust the roadmap based on feedback, data analysis, and evolving business priorities. Align the product roadmap with the overall business objectives and long-term vision.
- Market and Competitive Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for product differentiation and growth. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to keep the product ahead of the curve.
- Requirement Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders, internal teams, and end-users to gather detailed product requirements. Translate business needs into actionable product features and user stories, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility while advocating for user-centric design and usability.
- Product Development: Lead the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to release. Work closely with the development team to ensure timely and successful product delivery, working with Project Management to manage scope, timelines, and resources effectively.
- User Experience (UX): Champion the importance of user experience throughout the development process. Collaborate with designers to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces, conducting user testing, and gathering feedback for continuous improvements.
- Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for all product-related discussions with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders. Provide regular updates on the product’s development, performance, and upcoming features. Regularly solicit feedback from the product’s executive sponsor and firm’s broader stakeholders/executive leadership through storytelling.
- Performance Monitoring: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate product success and identify areas for improvement. Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions and optimize the product’s performance.
- Product Launch and Adoption: Plan and execute product launches, ensuring smooth rollouts and adoption among internal teams. Provide training and documentation to support successful implementation and usage. Successfully execute the product’s vision and deliver a scalable solution that not just meets current needs but considers future growth scenarios.
- Risk Management: Anticipate potential risks and challenges that may impact the product’s success. Develop contingency plans and collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks effectively.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitating communication and collaboration between different teams, such as Project Management, Architecture, Legal/Governance, Security, and Change Management to ensure the successful development and launch of the product. Collaborate with other product teams on required integrations.
- Vendor Management: Conveying the product vision, requirements, and priorities effectively to ensure the vendor’s work aligns with business objectives. Oversee development progress, provide timely feedback, and collaborate closely to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet user needs and maintain the product’s strategic direction.
REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years experience in product management, product development, and in delivering high-quality technical products that had significant impact
- 3+ years of collaborating with business stakeholders and executive leadership through storytelling and visual representation
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- Strong technical product experience and in-depth knowledge of software development processes, agile methodologies, and product management best practices.
- Proven history of aligning on and converting stakeholder requirements into value-add features
- Entrepreneurial instincts with and track record of leading new initiatives with resources who have limited capacity
- Strong analytical skills and data driven product decision-making mindset, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable insights.
- Team player, with strong communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical features into simple concepts and presentations
- Customer-centric mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality and user-friendly software solutions.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across a range of cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities and handle complex projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps product suite
- Knowledge and understanding of Tax and Audit concepts is a significant advantage.
The base salary range for this position in the firm’s Denver, CO office only is between $82,500 and 137,500
The base salary range for this position in the firm’s New York, NY, Melville, NY, Bellevue, WA, Los Angeles, CA, Orange County, CA and San Diego, CA offices only is between $89,100 and 148,500
The base salary range for this position in the firm’s San Francisco, CA and San Jose, CA offices only is between $94,900 and $158,100
About Us
At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.
About the Team
The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:
• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for your and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different – and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers
Here’s what you can expect next:
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.
Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
- Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
- Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
Additional Details:
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For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.