Product Owner Finance and Billing

• Challenging opportunity within a great team!
• A International role at a great employer!
  
  

About Our Client

Kiwa is an autonomous global organization in Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC), training and consultancy services. They create trust by contributing to the transparency of the quality, safety and sustainability of your organization's products, services, processes, systems and employees, as well as personal and environmental performance. You have ambition, and they will help you to go forward! Kiwa maintains a client-specific project-based administration. They refer to this as Business Administration.

Job Description

Your RoleAs the Product Owner - Finance and Billing, you will be at the intersection of business and IT, steering the development and execution of a product roadmap that integrates financial management, billing workflows, and compliance systems. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams-including finance, technical teams, and compliance-to design, prioritize, and implement solutions that align with strategic business goals.

This role goes beyond financial acumen; it's about leveraging technology to optimize processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and deliver seamless user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Roadmap Development: Develop and manage a product roadmap focused on integrating technology with financial and billing operations to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Backlog Management: Own the product backlog, prioritizing features and improvements based on user feedback, business value, and strategic objectives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the bridge between business needs and IT solutions by working with finance, compliance, and technical teams to define requirements and translate them into actionable user stories.
• Digital Transformation: Lead initiatives to optimize workflows, automate processes, and implement cutting-edge features like advanced financial reporting, multi-currency support, and compliance tools.
• User Adoption & Training: Ensure effective deployment and adoption of solutions by providing training and support to stakeholders.
• Agile Delivery: Champion agile methodologies to deliver iterative improvements and ensure alignment with business needs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Compliance and Accuracy: Oversee the implementation of systems that meet financial regulations, tax compliance standards, and reporting accuracy requirements.
  
  

The Successful Applicant

Who KIWA is Looking ForKiwa seeks an innovative Business IT professional with the ability to manage complexity, bridge business and technology, and deliver transformative results. You have a strong understanding of financial workflows, IT systems, and agile methodologies, complemented by leadership and problem-solving skills.

What You Bring

• Product Ownership Expertise: 6-10 years of experience in managing IT-focused products or projects related to financial systems, billing, or business process optimization.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in financial management tools, preferably Dynamics 365 Finance or equivalent systems, with a focus on leveraging IT for business success.
• Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to align technology initiatives with broader business goals, driving impactful digital change.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Experience leading cross-functional teams, facilitating collaboration, and delivering results on time.
• Analytical Skills: A knack for problem-solving and developing innovative, user-centric IT solutions.
• Regulatory Awareness: Understanding of compliance requirements, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards in a multi-currency environment.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5-8 years in product ownership, business IT roles, or digital transformation.
• Expertise in backlog management, roadmap development, and agile product delivery.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
  
  

What's on Offer

Why Join KIWA?

• Business-Driven Impact: Play a pivotal role in optimizing financial and billing processes through IT solutions that fuel business innovation.
• Professional Growth: Advance your career in a dynamic environment that values personal and professional development.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a flat, inclusive organization that fosters teamwork, creativity, and innovation.
• Exciting Opportunities: Be part of cutting-edge digital transformation projects at the nexus of business and IT.
  
  

A Good Compensation Package Including

• A competitive salary, 8% holiday pay, profit-sharing scheme
• Pension scheme.
• 33 days of leave
  
  

Contact: Colin Bovenkerk

Quote job ref: JN-122024-6624165