Senior Vice President of Product, Vic.ai
AI digital transformation platform for accounting and finance
Job no longer available
AI digital transformation platform for accounting and finance
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
101-200 employees
Company mission
To revolutionize finance departments through cutting-edge AI, enabling teams to focus on high-impact, strategic work that drives positive outcomes for businesses, society, and the environment.
Role
Who you are
- Experience: 10+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on software products, in the SaaS industry. Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling innovative products
- Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. Experience leading and growing product teams in a fast-paced, agile environment
- Strategic Thinking: Demonstrated ability to think strategically, translate business objectives into product strategies, and drive execution to achieve goals. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Customer Focus: Deep understanding of customer needs and a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences. Experience gathering and translating customer insights into actionable product improvements
- Technical Aptitude: Solid understanding of software development processes and methodologies. Ability to engage effectively with engineering teams, making informed decisions on technical trade-offs
- Business Acumen: Strong business acumen with the ability to align product strategies with revenue goals and market opportunities. Familiarity with financial technology (fintech) and accounting software is a plus
- Communication and Influencing Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong influencing and negotiation skills
- Innovation Mindset: Passionate about innovation and emerging technologies. Proactive in identifying new market trends and opportunities
What the job involves
- Product Strategy: Develop and communicate a compelling product vision and strategy that aligns with the company's goals and market trends. Identify new market opportunities and define the product roadmap accordingly
- Product Development: Lead the end-to-end product development process, from conceptualization to launch. Collaborate with engineering, design, and data science teams to deliver high-quality, innovative products that exceed customer expectations
- Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify customer needs, market trends, and emerging technologies. Use insights to drive product enhancements and identify areas for differentiation
- Customer Focus: Deeply understand customer requirements, pain points, and user experiences. Regularly engage with customers to gather feedback and insights, translating them into actionable product improvements and features
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of the product roadmap. Foster a culture of cross-functional collaboration, shared successes, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Product Launch and Adoption: Develop go-to-market strategies and collaborate with marketing and sales teams to drive successful product launches. Monitor product adoption and engagement metrics, leveraging data to optimize product performance and user satisfaction
- Leadership and Team Development: Build and lead a high-performing product team, providing mentorship, guidance, and support. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and professional growth
- Industry Thought Leadership: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape. Act as a thought leader in the product space, representing Vic.ai in industry events and conferences
Our take
Outdated financial and accounting processes can seriously impact productivity and efficiency, especially at scale. Vic.ai leverages AI to solve this problem by automating repetitive processes such as invoicing, freeing up human workforces for more critical tasks.
This improves productivity, reduces the risk of human error and cuts costs. Naturally, this has proven especially popular among enterprises and accounting giants such as KPMG and Deloitte. This impressive client roster is testament to the value-adding potential of Vic.ai's tech.
Accounting and finance automation is a growing industry, and Vic.ai's main challenge will be competing with companies like Oracle and Intuit. However, with 2022 developments in Vic.ai's technology pushing its effectiveness to 99% accuracy, growth of over 200% in its user base since 2021 and substantial series C funding awarded at the end of 2022, Vic.ai is continuing to gather significant momentum.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Dec 2022
$52m
SERIES C
Sep 2021
$50m
SERIES B
Total funding: $114.7m
Company benefits
- Health first: We offer employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance plans, ensuring you have the coverage you need to stay healthy and protected
- Stay balanced: A monthly wellness stipend helps you stay balanced, whether it’s a gym membership, a meditation app, a massage, or whatever supports your wellbeing
- Your office, your way: We provide a home office setup budget and coworking space stipend to help you create the right workspace that works for you
- Come together: Enjoy regular team and company meetups to share ideas, collaborate, and stay connected, because even in a remote-first world, in-person moments matter
- Rest and recharge: Our generous PTO policy and holiday calendar give you the flexibility to rest, recharge, and take time when you need it
- Gratitude in action: We believe great work deserves recognition. From shoutouts in team meetings to meaningful celebrations, we make sure your contributions never go unnoticed
- Invest in your future: Build long-term financial security with a 401(k) plan, including immediate participation, full vesting, and a 50% match on the first 4% you contribute
- Give back: We believe in supporting the communities where we live and work. Every quarter, employees get a dedicated volunteer day to contribute to a cause that matters to them
Company HQ
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY
Leadership
Alexander Hagerup
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously Founder and CEO of The Online Backup Company AS. They are also an Investor and Advisor at Katapult Accelerator and a member of the Forbes Technology Council.
Kristoffer Roil
(Co-Founder & COO)Founded Telipol, which was bought by the Hudya Group. They are a Partner and Member of the Board of Directors at Tjuvholmen Ventures.
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