Operational Finance Analyst - IT

Why Greencore?
Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.
What you'll be doing:

As an IT Finance Analyst, you'll join a team at the centre of one of the largest transformation programmes in the UK food manufacturing sector following the combination of Greencore and Bakkavor in January 2026.
Working closely with the IT Commercial & Finance Manager, you'll play an important role in supporting the financial operations of a large and evolving IT function. As systems, processes and ways of working continue to integrate across the business, you'll help ensure the smooth management of IT purchasing, supplier payments, financial controls and reporting activities.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to IT, Finance and Procurement within a fast-paced environment, developing a broad understanding of how technology investment, supplier management and financial governance operate within a major organisation.Initially, you'll focus on supporting key operational activities including SAP-based purchasing and invoice processing, helping the team manage workload generated through a period of significant change. Over time, you'll gain exposure to budgeting, forecasting, contract administration, reporting and broader commercial finance activities across the IT function.
Experience of SAP, ideally SAP SuccessFactors, is highly desirable and will enable you to make an immediate impact in the role.
Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the end-to-end processing of purchase orders, invoices and supplier payments across the IT function
Working within SAP and other business systems to ensure accurate financial administration and reporting
Supporting invoice matching, coding, approvals and exception resolution activities
Maintaining contract, renewal and supplier records to support effective commercial management
Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting processes
Working closely with Finance, Procurement and Accounts Payable teams to resolve queries and maintain strong financial controls
Producing reports, trackers and dashboards to support operational and financial decision-making
Supporting the ongoing integration of systems, processes and financial controls across a changing business environment
Identifying opportunities to improve processes, reduce administration and enhance reporting accuracyWhat we're looking for:

Experience using SAP within a finance, purchasing, procurement or operational environment
Experience in a finance, procurement, accounts payable, commercial support or similar operational role
Understanding of purchase order, invoice and payment processes
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with data, reports and trackers
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders
Ability to prioritise workload and operate effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment
Interest in technology and willingness to develop knowledge of IT financial and commercial operationsWhat you'll get in return:

Competitive salary and job-related benefits
Holidays
Competitive matched pension contributions
Life insurance up to 4x salary
Company share save scheme
Greencore Qualifications
Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
Enhanced parental leave and menopause policiesThroughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.

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