<p><strong>Location</strong> - This is a hybrid role where the expectation as is team is to come together approximetly once a week to our London Head Office.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div> <p><strong>About the team</strong>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p>Join one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking areas of Sainsbury’s: the Finance team embedded within our Commercial Transformation programme. We’re driving one of the most ambitious change initiatives in our history, reshaping how we operate to become a market-leading, innovative retailer. Our mission is to deliver exceptional solutions for customers and colleagues alike, and we’re investing in cutting-edge technology to make it happen. You’ll be at the heart of this transformation, helping to plan and deliver change across our finance business teams.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>More about the role</strong>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p>As a Finance Subject Matter Expert (SME), you’ll lead the implementation of next-generation technology assets that integrate, automate, and optimise financial processes across the business. This hands-on role focuses on the adoption of a new ERP system, working closely with finance stakeholders to evolve BAU accounting, central reporting, and financial systems.&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p>You’ll collaborate with PMO, controls assurance, and external consultants to deliver process efficiencies and control improvements. Expect to be deeply involved in documenting interfaces, supporting knowledge transfer, and ensuring accurate and efficient data handling. You’ll also consult across transformation projects to align systems changes and dependencies, ensuring seamless integration across people, platforms, and processes.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>More about you</strong>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p>You’re a proactive problem-solver with deep expertise in financial systems and transformation. You thrive in complex environments and are comfortable navigating ambiguity. Your ability to influence at all levels and communicate clearly with both financial and non-financial stakeholders sets you apart.&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p>You bring a fresh perspective, challenge the status quo, and identify opportunities to improve how we work. You’re confident in delivering training, transferring knowledge, and supporting teams through change. Your behaviours reflect agility, resilience, and a commitment to excellence.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>Essential criteria</strong>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <ul> <li>Proven experience in SAP finance implementations and business process transformation&nbsp;</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li>Demonstratable expertise in SAP modules: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, Procurement, Fixed Assets&nbsp;</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li>Ability to document and account for complex business processes with clarity and precision&nbsp;</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li>Evidence of autonomous working in high-pressure, fast-paced environments with successful delivery of project milestones&nbsp;</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li>Proven ability to communicate change impacts effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, simplifying complex information into engaging content&nbsp;</li> </ul> </div> <div> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>Desirable criteria</strong>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <ul> <li>Professionally Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) &nbsp;</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li>Retail experience &nbsp;</li> </ul> </div> <div> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>#LI - MY1</p> </div> <div> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>