Associate Director, Product Management

The Associate Director, Product Management for Tax & Accounting, Professional division plays a key role in driving growth and innovation and is responsible for shaping and executing product strategy, driving market analysis, and go‑to‑market initiatives for the Tax and Accounting CCH brand. This role drives successful delivery and ongoing improvement of products and services, development, launch, and lifecycle management, collaborating across functions to maximize customer value, competitive differentiation, and profitable growth.

The Associate Director defines the long‑term vision and roadmap for the product portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs. With a strong focus on product strategy, the Associate Director leverages deep market insights, emerging technologies (including AI), and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer satisfaction, accelerate revenue growth, and expand market presence. The director also mentors and coaches other product managers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

• Develop and execute product strategies and roadmaps aligned with business goals and market opportunities.
• Prioritize resources across product development, technical debt, partnerships, and M&A integration.
• Create product plans that support divisional growth and ensure strong product‑market fit.
• Build business cases for new products, enhancements, and bundles.
• Evaluate and optimize the product portfolio to maximize customer value, competitive differentiation, and ROI.
• Recommend product lifecycle actions (invest, enhance, retire) based on performance and market dynamics.
• Lead cross‑functional efforts in market research, data analysis, and customer insight gathering.
• Apply market and competitor insights to shape roadmap priorities and go‑to‑market strategies.
• Champion innovation and identify high‑impact opportunities, including AI‑enabled capabilities.
• Partner with Innovation and Development teams to apply Lean product principles and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee product development processes to ensure high‑quality, customer‑centric execution.
• Own GTM strategy, product launches, and post‑launch performance across Sales, Marketing, Technology, and Operations.
• Ensure product positioning and branding align with market segmentation and value propositions.
• Develop sales enablement strategies and collaborate with Sales leadership to drive adoption and revenue.
• Create and refine pricing strategies, bundles, and models in partnership with Growth Enablement.
• Test and implement pricing changes and manage ongoing pricing execution.
• Mentor and coach product managers to elevate product management excellence.
• Drive cross‑functional collaboration and ensure adherence to best‑practice product processes.
• Continuously assess and improve the product development lifecycle and operational efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in product management, product development, or a related field, with successful experience at an enterprise software business strongly preferred.
• 2–3 years of product team management experience.
• Proven track record of leading successful product or service offering launches.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Ability to travel as needed (estimate up to 20%). Normal office environment.

$ – $ USD (base salary). This role is eligible for bonus. Compensation range listed is based on primary location of the position. Actual base salary offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skills, experience and actual hiring location.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
• 401(k)
• FSA/HSA
• Commuter Benefits
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave

We are committed to complying with laws requiring equal opportunity in hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, and we do not tolerate discrimination on any of these bases.