Positively disrupting an industry that has not seen any innovation in over 50 years, Tekion has challenged the paradigm with the first and fastest cloud-native automotive platform that includes the revolutionary Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC) for retailers, Automotive Enterprise Cloud (AEC) for manufacturers and other large automotive enterprises and Automotive Partner Cloud (APC) for technology and industry partners. Tekion connects the entire spectrum of the automotive retail ecosystem through one seamless platform. The transformative platform uses cutting-edge technology, big data, machine learning, and AI to seamlessly bring together OEMs, retailers/dealers and consumers. With its highly configurable integration and greater customer engagement capabilities, Tekion is enabling the best automotive retail experiences ever. Tekion employs close to 3,000 people across North America, Asia and Europe.
Tekion Automotive Retail Cloud connects all core operations of a dealership seamlessly. As a Staff Product Manager - Accounting, you will be responsible for financial products that CFOs, controllers, and accounting teams within dealerships use daily. We empower our product teams to solve challenging customer and business problems in ways that delight our users. You will take on a leadership role to drive innovation, define strategy, and execute initiatives that enhance our financial products. Your insights will be instrumental in guiding cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional solutions in our quest to transform how the automotive industry operates.
Key Responsibilities
Define product strategy maintain a prioritized roadmap that delivers maximum value to customers
Be the voice of the customer: Actively engage end-users to develop a deep understanding of their objectives, workflows and pain-points
Lead end-to-end product execution, from ideation and design to launch and continuous improvement
Drive innovation and automation within dealerships’ financial management processes through market research and thought leadership
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, design, adjacent product teams, and GTM teams to bring new capabilities to life
Create clear and comprehensive documentation to relay product requirements and expected outcomes to technical as well as non-technical stakeholders
Build deep knowledge of the product functionality by leveraging internal resources and through hands-on use
Skills and Experience
8+ years of relevant work experience with at least 3 years as a product manager working with engineering and design teams
Demonstrated track record of conceptualizing and launching scalable, user facing, B2B SaaS products
Extensive experience with ERP applications in financial management including general ledger, payables, receivables, financial reporting, and controls
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to effectively engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Leadership mindset with a talent for inspiring teams and solving complex problems innovatively
Ability to work independently with a bias for action and an inclination to dive deep and execute on the product vision
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of dealership accounting and operations
Experience working across geographies / time-zones
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent certification
Current Posting:
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on financial systems, fintech, or accounting products
Strong understanding of Finance and Accounting processes, including financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, or treasury management
Proven experience in settlement, clearing, reconciliation, refunds, and financial ledger management
Proven ability to work effectively with offshore and remote teams
Strong business acumen and a solid understanding of finance, compliance, and regulatory considerations
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional communication and storytelling abilities to align stakeholders around a common vision
Deep customer empathy and user-focused mindset
Preferred Skill -> Proven track record of launching AI-driven enterprise SaaS solutions at scale.
Benefits
Perks and Benefits
Competitive compensation and generous stock options
100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage
Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages
The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies
Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up
The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy
Responsibilities
We empower our product teams to solve challenging customer and business problems in ways that delight our users
As a Staff Product Manager – Accounting, you will take on a leadership role to drive innovation, define strategy, and execute initiatives that enhance our financial products
Your insights will be instrumental in guiding cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional solutions that streamline financial operations
Lead with a deep understanding of the customer voice, conducting both qualitative and quantitative research
Define and track critical product metrics to evaluate product success
Act as the go-to resource for understanding user needs and product performance
Develop and own the product roadmap, prioritizing initiatives that drive the highest value
Lead end-to-end product management, from ideation and design through to launch and continuous improvement
Anticipate industry trends and ensure the product remains competitive and relevant
Work closely with Controllers, Finance, Tax, Treasury, and Compliance to optimize financial workflows
Collaborate with Engineering, Design, Marketing, and Analytics teams to ensure seamless product development and delivery
Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding your products
Manage product timelines, stakeholder expectations, and key deliverables
Ensure product releases meet quality standards and deliver measurable impact
Balance short-term execution with long-term vision and scalability
Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional initiatives and delivering enterprise-level B2B software
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of product management experience focused on financial systems, fintech, or accounting products
- 8+ years of relevant work experience
- At least 3 years working as a product manager with engineering and design teams
- Experience launching scalable, user-facing B2B SaaS products
- Extensive experience with ERP financial management applications, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, and controls
- Experience with settlement, clearing, reconciliation, refunds, and financial ledger management
- Strong understanding of finance and accounting processes, financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, or treasury management
- Strong business acumen and understanding of finance, compliance, and regulatory considerations
- Ability to work effectively with offshore and remote teams
- Excellent communication, storytelling, analytical, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
- Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and delivering enterprise-level B2B software
- Deep customer empathy and user-focused mindset
- Knowledge of dealership accounting and operations
- Experience working across geographies and time zones
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent certification
- Proven track record launching AI-driven enterprise SaaS solutions at scale
Tekion Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for many U.S. roles, often extending to families. Additional options like HSA/FSA and pet insurance are cited as part of a robust health offering.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive overall, with total rewards (pay, stock, equity, and benefits) frequently viewed favorably. Many accounts characterize compensation as strong alongside comprehensive benefits.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Perks such as free meals/snacks, wellness resources, and on-site amenities are highlighted. Flexible or remote options are available for some roles, adding convenience and flexibility.
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What We Do
At Tekion, we believe that business applications don’t have to be boring. In fact, they should be simple, fun and cool! They should be as delightful to use as your favorite social or consumer application, yet powerful enough to seamlessly and efficiently run global businesses that provide unparalleled consumer experience without compromise. Founded by visionary entrepreneur and innovator Jay Vijayan, we are building the world’s best business applications on the cloud starting with the automotive retail industry. We inherently use cutting-edge technologies like big data, machine learning/AI, and human computer interaction (voice, touch, vision, sensors and IoT). We are inventing new technology along the way to overcome barriers and solve big problems, all while having a blast doing it! Our flagship product offering, Automotive Retail Cloud ™- an industry-first cloud-native retail platform, including all functionalities of a Dealer Management System (DMS) launched recently.
