Director of Product

Who We Are: 

K1X is the leading data distribution platform for alternative investments. Simply put, our mission is to digitize the K-1 ecosystem. Our AI-powered K-1 extraction technologies surpass all other competition, and we’re the first to produce a digital K-1. Learn more at http://www.k1x.io/ www.k1x.io  

Your Role: 

As the Director of Product at K1X, you will be instrumental in driving the success of our SaaS products. You'll execute on the strategic direction of our offerings, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our users. With a keen understanding of the complex nature of tax reporting, market trends and customer requirements, you'll shape our product suites, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry standards.  

Requirements

Your Responsibilities: 

• Report to the Chief Technology & Product Officer and lead the product development team, including product managers, tax technical content leaders, business analysts, and tax analysts. 

• Lead the product development lifecycle for tax-related features and enhancements – from ideation to launch, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features and enhancements. 

• Work with other members of the senior leadership team to establish vision and direction for K1x products. 

• Directly connect with senior leaders at our clients and prospects to validate product direction and vision. 

• Define and prioritize product features based on customer feedback, business objectives, and market trends. 

• Collaborate with engineering, design, and marketing teams to translate customer needs into actionable product requirements. 

• Lead team of tax analysts to: 

• Ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.  

• Identify tax-related requirements and incorporate them into our platform. 

• Develop and maintain tax-related documentation, including tax calculation methodologies and compliance procedures. 

• Stay up to date on tax laws, regulations, and best practices in tax reporting for alternative investments. 

• Work closely with sales, customer success, and support teams to gather feedback and address customer concerns. 

• Stay up to date on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in product management. 

Who You Are: 

We are looking for a unicorn – someone with equal parts tax expertise and product development experience combined with a self-starter mindset. As the ideal candidate for this role, you possess: 

• 15+ years of experience in product management, software development or 15+ years in tax transformation or tax technology where software development was included in responsibilities.  

• Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements for partnerships and alternative investment vehicles. 

• Strategic mindset with a focus on driving business growth and achieving measurable results. 

• Proven track record of successfully managing SaaS products from conception to launch. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex tax requirements into actionable plans. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead a team and influence stakeholders at all levels. 

• Experience working in an Agile development environment, with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies. 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with tax specialization, Computer Science, or related field (MST/MBA preferred). 

• Detail-oriented mindset and hands-on approach with a focus on accuracy and compliance in tax reporting. 

It's Truly a Match If You Have: 

In addition to the above, we're looking for candidates who have: 

• Experience working with tax-related software systems and databases. 

• Expertise with partnership taxation principles and tax-related implications of investment transactions. 

• Product management certification (e.g., CPM, PMI-ACP). 

• Experience with the patent process 

• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques. 

• Experience working with AI and machine learning technologies. 

• Entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for driving innovation in the SaaS industry  

Benefits

·       Unlimited Vacation Policy + Sick Time + Holidays

·       Paid Parental Leave

·       Fully Remote Opportunity

·       Healthcare Benefits and 401K

·       Growing Startup Culture