Deputy Finance Global Process Owner - Record to Report

Bakkavor Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK fresh prepared food industry is seeking a Deputy Global Process Owner to lead RTR process transformation. This role involves supporting the GPO, managing stakeholder relationships, and overseeing large-scale transformation programs. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of RTR processes, and experience with ERP systems like S/4 HANA. Join us to develop your career in a supportive environment with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Annual Bonus

25 Days Holiday

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of end-to-end RTR process including IFRS Accounting.
• Experience managing large-scale transformation programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Global Process Owner in setting RTR process vision.
• Plays a central role in the S/4 HANA deployment from design to implementation.
• Leads or supports transformation-related projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change Management

Education

Professional Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

S/4 HANA

Job description

Deputy RTR GPO

Proud to deliver high-quality products and develop a high-quality career.

Salary: Competitive Salary

Benefits: GBP8,400 Car Allowance, up to 20% Bonus, Private Healthcare for family

Location: Spalding, Newark or London

Ways of Working: Hybrid

Hours of work: Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours

Contract Type: Permanent

Why join us?

We are in the middle of a significant change program launching a new ERP over the next 3 years, creating an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Global Process Owner to work independently and lead specific aspects of the RTR process transformation.

What We Do

We're the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry, supplying meals, salads, desserts, pizza, and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's, and Waitrose.

About the Role

Process Design & Governance

• Supports the Global Process Owner (GPO) - Record to Report (RTR) in setting and communicating the RTR process vision aligned with business strategy.
• Acts as a design authority, ensuring process integrity, consistency, and maintenance of the business process model.
• Defines data models and standards to support effective process operations.
• Collaborates across teams to identify and implement RTR process improvements and manage inter-process dependencies.

Transformation Programme (S/4 HANA)

• Plays a central role in the S/4 HANA deployment, from process design to testing and implementation.
• Works with system integrators to align SAP RTR solutions with business needs.
• Supports the design of a standardized, business-driven reporting solution.
• Assists in data migration, change activities, and alignment with internal controls and compliance requirements.

Change Management & Communication

• Partners with stakeholders to drive adoption of changes through structured change management.
• Maintains strong relationships with Finance Shared Services (FSS), Business Finance, FP&A, Group Finance, and Centres of Excellence.
• Actively manages stakeholder queries and inter-functional issues.

Ad Hoc Projects

• Leads or supports transformation-related projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery.

External Monitoring

• Tracks external factors (e.g., legislation, mergers & acquisitions) and evaluates their impact on RTR processes.
• Works with the GPO to adapt processes accordingly to remain fit for purpose.

About You

• Excellent understanding of the end-to-end RTR process, including IFRS Accounting, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Close, Reconciliation, and Reporting activities.
• Deep knowledge of RTR leading practices, tools, and enablers, with hands-on experience in implementing these practices and realizing benefits.
• Good understanding of Bakkavor's business, RTR landscape, and pain points.
• Professional Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Able to influence without formal authority (persuasive, consensus builder, good communicator).
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience managing large-scale transformation programs preferred.
• Previous experience working at a senior management level preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems, specifically S/4 HANA, preferred.

What you'll receive

We are committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment, offering benefits such as Life Assurance (2.5x salary), private medical insurance for you and your family, car allowance, annual bonus, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, staff shop, pension scheme, discount & cashback platform, personal accident insurance, free health checks, Employee Assistance Programme, voluntary benefits, salary sacrifice car scheme, mortgage advice, tutoring discounts, and financial tools.

We also prioritize your wellbeing with emotional, physical, and financial support services delivered by our wellbeing champions.

Proud to be Bakkavor

We are proud to be the UK market leader in the fresh prepared food industry, supplying major retailers and driven by our passionate team. Join us and develop your career with a company committed to excellence!