Finance Transformation Manager

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP
OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING
AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.

What drives and inspires us is the belief that we have a responsibility not just to protect the world around us but to have a positive impact on it too.

The group encompasses an organic farm and retailer; a considered clothing label; botanical skincare, bath and body collections; wellness destinations around the world; and hospitality experiences that foster a sense of community and celebrate the healing power of escapism.

We champion a slow and sustainable way of living, encouraging our customers to make choices that are greener for the planet as well as kinder to their bodies and minds.

We are more than a group of businesses striving to make a difference. We are a way of life.

About The Role
The Bamford Collection
is seeking a qualified and detail-driven
Finance Transformation Manager on a 12-month fixed term contract
to lead the end-to-end implementation of Microsoft Business Central for the finance function, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.

This role will act as the bridge between finance, IT, and external vendors to deliver a robust ERP solution that supports business growth and operational efficiency across our brands;
Daylesford Organic, Bamford and Daylesford Stays.
40 hours a week and 5 days in the office, based in Kingham, Oxfordshire.
Responsibilities
SALARY £80,000 per annum dependant on experience.
Lead the Finance Workstream
: Take ownership of the finance workstream within our ERP implementation programme, driving progress, managing timelines, and ensuring full alignment with wider business objectives.

Shape Future Systems
: Partner with key stakeholders to define and deliver finance requirements across General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets and reporting ensuring our new Business Central system is configured to best support the business.

Champion Data Accuracy
: Oversee finance data migration, validation, and reconciliation to guarantee accuracy, integrity, and compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards.

Drive Testing & Change Readiness
: Design and deliver robust user acceptance testing for finance modules, supporting training and change management to embed new systems and ways of working across teams.

Collaborate & Influence
: Serve as the bridge between Finance, IT, and our implementation partners, providing clear communication, managing expectations, and reporting progress to senior leadership and project governance committees.

Skills You Will Bring

• Proven experience leading ERP implementations, ideally Microsoft Business Central or similar finance ERP systems.
• Strong finance background (ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent experience).
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Experience in retail, manufacturing, or multi-entity environments.
• Knowledge of Power Platform and integration with Business Central.

Perks And Benefits

• Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one.
• Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.
• Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5%.
• Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.
• Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.

Bamford Collection is a group of consciously minded lifestyle brands committed to nourishing and nurturing people and planet.