IT Business Partner

Product Owner - Finance Systems & ERP
Permanent | End User | Hybrid Working

Nigel Frank is working exclusively with a well-established end-user organisation that is investing heavily in the modernisation and optimisation of its finance systems and ERP landscape.
We are seeking an experienced Product Owner with a strong background in Finance Systems and ERP platforms to take ownership of key enterprise applications that support critical financial operations across the business.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a true product ownership role, working closely with Finance leadership, IT, and delivery teams to shape strategy, prioritise delivery, and drive long-term value.

The Role
As Product Owner, you will be accountable for the vision, roadmap, and delivery of core finance systems, acting as the central point of ownership between business stakeholders and technical teams.
You'll work in a collaborative, in-house environment where you can influence decision-making, improve finance processes, and help shape the future ERP ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Own and manage the product roadmap for finance systems and ERP platforms
Act as the key interface between Finance, Technology, and Delivery teams
Gather and translate finance requirements into clear user stories and prioritised backlogs
Lead backlog refinement, sprint planning, and prioritisation activities
Support ERP enhancements, integrations, upgrades, and optimisation initiatives
Ensure solutions align with financial controls, audit, and compliance requirements
Work with architects and engineers to shape solution design and delivery approach
Drive continuous improvement across finance processes and system capability
Track delivery outcomes, benefits realisation, and system performance

Skills & Experience
Essential:

Proven experience as a Product Owner, Senior Business Analyst, or Product Manager
Strong background working with Finance Systems and ERP platforms (eg SAP, D365 Finance, Oracle, Workday, NetSuite, or similar)
Solid understanding of core finance processes (GL, AP, AR, budgeting, forecasting, reporting)
Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments
Confident stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior finance leaders
Strong prioritisation, communication, and documentation skills

Desirable:

Experience delivering ERP transformations or major system upgrades
Exposure to finance integrations, data, or reporting platforms
Understanding of governance, audit, or regulatory requirements
Product Owner or Agile certifications (PSPO, Scrum, SAFe, etc.)

What's on Offer

Opportunity to work with a genuine end user (no consultancy travel or client-hopping)
Ownership of business-critical finance platforms
Long-term transformation programme with clear investment
Competitive salary, benefits package, and flexible working
Supportive, collaborative culture with strong senior stakeholder engagement