Product Manager - Accounting

About NakisaNakisa is a global leader in AI-powered enterprise software for Human Resources, Financial Management, and Commercial Real Estate (CRE). Our cloud platform powers mission-critical operations for 1,100+ organizations in 135 countries and serves millions of users.
About NakisaNakisa is a global leader in AI-powered enterprise software for Human Resources, Financial Management, and Commercial Real Estate (CRE). Our cloud platform powers mission-critical operations for 1,100+ organizations in 135 countries and serves millions of users. We are building the next wave of enterprise applications with Nakisa AI. Our products use retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) with secure API integrations to large language models. Customer data stays private and auditable, and we never use client data to train third‑party models. This privacy‑first design gives enterprises trustworthy AI they can run in production. What sets us apart is a single platform that connects these functions on shared data models, a focus on high‑stakes, compliance‑heavy workflows, and a culture anchored in Fairness, Integrity, Service, and Humility. Recognized among Canada’s top employers, we offer hybrid work, supportive leaders, and clear growth paths. Join us to ship reliable, privacy‑first AI at global scale.
Product Manager - AccountingAs a Product Manager - Accounting, you will be responsible for managing and evolving Nakisa’s accounting products within the Accounting line of business. You will help define product direction, translate customer and market needs into product opportunities, and drive the roadmap from strategy through delivery.
You will work closely with customers and cross‑functional teams — including Product, Engineering, Solution Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Support, and leadership — to deliver solutions that address real customer needs and drive measurable business outcomes.
What you’ll be doing
Manage and evolve Nakisa’s accounting products, establishing clear objectives and tracking product success through measurable OKRs and KPIs.
Contribute to product vision and strategy, ensuring product direction aligns with Nakisa’s overall business strategy, customer needs, and market opportunities.
Define, prioritize, and execute the product roadmap, balancing customer requirements, market trends, business priorities, technical considerations, and product strategy.
Gather and analyze customer and market insights through customer interactions, competitive research, industry trends, internal feedback, and product data to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
Translate business and customer needs into clear product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria, and communicate requirements effectively to Engineering and other stakeholders.
Partner closely with Engineering throughout the product lifecycle, from discovery and requirements definition through development, testing, release, and ongoing enhancement.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with leadership, Product Management, Solution Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Support, and Professional Services to ensure successful product delivery and adoption.
Conduct functional testing and validation of product releases and new functionality to ensure solutions meet defined requirements and provide a high‑quality customer experience.
Create and maintain product enablement content for each release, ensuring internal and external stakeholders have the information needed to understand and effectively use new capabilities.
Present product requirements, roadmap priorities, and product updates to internal stakeholders, customers, and other audiences as required.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Experience working within the software product lifecycle, from requirements and development through release and ongoing product enhancement.
Experience in product management, preferably with B2B and enterprise software products, ideally within a SaaS environment.
Strong understanding of accounting and financial processes, with the ability to translate business requirements into software solutions.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to use data and insights to support product decisions.
Strong organizational, prioritization, multitasking, and time‑management skills.
Strong presentation and interpersonal skills, with confidence presenting to customers, leadership, and cross‑functional teams.
Ability to work independently, take ownership, and collaborate effectively within a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.
Fluency in English is required, as this role serves as a primary point of contact for Nakisa’s global client base, requiring consistent written and verbal communication with enterprise clients, project stakeholders, and cross‑functional teams located outside Quebec.
Nakisa delivers SaaS solutions to 1,100+ organizations across 135 countries. Teams, customers, and partners are distributed internationally.
Nice‑to‑Haves
CPA designation or accounting certification.
Lease Accounting knowledge (IFRS‑16 or ASC‑842)
Technical background or experience working closely with software development teams.
Experience with enterprise accounting or financial management software.
Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP or similar enterprise platforms.
Experience in accounting software, financial systems, or related enterprise technology.
Why Nakisa?
Flexibility: Hybrid work (1–2 days in our downtown Montréal office).
Time off: Starting at 3 weeks’ vacation, a paid week off at year end, an extra paid summer day off, personal and volunteer days, and generous sick leave.
Health & wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance including telemedicine from day one.
Financial security: RRSP matching up to 4% from day one and a home internet allowance.
Active lifestyle: Free gym access in our downtown office building and half‑price Bixi membership.
Social perks: Regular events to unwind with colleagues such as game nights, summer picnic, holiday party, excursions, and more.
Career growth: Mentorship, education assistance (80% up to $1,500 per year) and reimbursement of role‑relevant professional dues.
Culture: A supportive, values‑driven team with leaders who care.
Location: Montréal (hybrid).
Visa or relocation: not available.
Hiring process: recruiter conversation, hiring manager interview, and a panel or skills assessment depending on the role.
Apply even if not a perfect match: potential and drive matter here.
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