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.

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.

• 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

• Proven experience as a Product Owner, Senior Business Analyst, or Product Manager
• Strong background working with Finance Systems and ERP platforms (e.g. SAP, D365 Finance, Oracle, Workday, Net Suite, 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

• 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.)

• 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