Finance Data analyst

We are part of the Wonderfield Group which includes the YO!, Taiko and Bento brands – we operate more than 1500 kiosks, 60 wholly owned restaurants, our grab and go sushi is available in over 3,700 locations and we have 50 major retail partners. Our key markets are the USA, Canada and the UK with additional geographic presence in Europe and Australia. Our brands are: Snowfox – the franchisor of over 1,000 full-service sushi kiosks in 25 states throughout the continental U.S., Hawaii and Alaska Bento – founded in 1996 in Canada and provides quality grab & go sushi and hot Asian food in over 900 locations, including supermarkets YO! – the first to bring the ‘kaiten’ conveyor belt to the UK in 1997. Today, YO! is the UK’s #1 Sushi brand with over 50 restaurants, over 170 sushi kiosks and a popular YO! To Go range Taiko – founded in 1997, Taiko was the first sushi manufacturer for UK supermarkets and has evolved into a highly innovative manufacturer of sushi, bentos and snacks in the UK Our Purpose: We Believe in Better Food For Everyone, The Japanese Way… We continue to capitalise on consumer trends, spearheading category growth by bringing our proposition to more people around the world across more channels, in more locations, on more occasions and in more innovative ways. We are committed to purposeful progress and profit for the benefit of our people, our communities and our planet and we have a clear ESG strategy that delivers progress against nine UN sustainability development goals. Our Values: Own it We are accountable and make no excuses. We always look to improve We take the initiative and are courageous and confident Care about it We do the right thing, avoiding unnecessary shortcuts We act with integrity and respect our communities, people and our plant Make it Exceptional We build relationships and make people smile We say thank you We’re positive and kind Win Together We’re open minded an inclusive We communicate with clarity We take time to look out for others and to celebrate the good stuff Overview of the role: Business Analyst We are seeking a skilled Business Analyst with a financial accounting background to support a complex global change programme introducing an ERP platform (Business Central). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in data analysis, data migration, governance, business change, testing, and ensuring the smooth implementation of strategic initiatives. Joining an existing programme within this new role to showcase the value of an Analyst who has experience of delivering within a change programme and having the ability to adapt to different disciplines as the change programme moves through the lifecycle. We look forward to receiving your application! Key Accountabilities: – Governance: Ensure compliance with governance requirements and internal policies (e.g. attend Design Authority when required, Support and maintain governance frameworks to support the change programme, feed into Steering groups with relevant and timely information. – Business Change: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and document business documents and processes. Facilitate workshops and meetings to drive business change initiatives. – Data Analysis supporting Data Cleanse, Data Transformation and Data Migration activities. – Testing: support development of test plans, test cases, and execute testing activities. Ensure that all changes are thoroughly tested and meet quality standards. – Data Analysis: Perform data analysis to support decision-making processes. Provide insights and recommendations based on data findings. – Actively contribute towards an existing change programme while supporting the development of new tools and standards that allow the change function to learn and grow. What you’ll need: Base Skills – Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within a financial accounting context. – Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and practices. – Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. – Experience with data analysis tools and techniques. – Strong communication and interpersonal skills. – Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional team environment. – Working with Stakeholders Preferred Skills: – Experience with global change programmes. – Experience with ERP (Business Central) – Knowledge of governance frameworks and regulatory requirements. – Proficiency in project management methodologies. – Familiarity with testing methodologies and tools. – Experienced in supporting business during Early Life Support/Hypercare What’s in it for you? We’re committed to building inclusive Teams and giving our People the opportunity to grow their careers alongside us Group Personal Pension: 4% of basic monthly salary (matched by YO!) Group Income Protection Scheme: up to 75% of your basic monthly salary after 26 weeks’ continuous absence from work due to serious injury or illness Private Medical Cash Plan: including dental, GP access, physiotherapy, money back on contact lenses and 24/7 Employee Assistance Line Brilliant support services designed to enhance mental and financial wellbeing including mental health first aid courses, access to Wagestream and our mental health Partner Minding Minds Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and offering winning Managers free trips to Japan and lots more We’re committed to building inclusive Teams and giving our People the opportunity to grow their careers alongside us The Wonderfield Group is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring that our technology is made available and accessible to everyone. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.