Cannock
Job Details Ready to find the right role for you? Salary - Competitive Salary plus package (bonus scheme, pension scheme, car/car allowance) Location - Flexible location and hybrid working with travel to our Cannock or Central London office When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. Following a successful implementation of Workday across three countries, we have an exciting opportunity for this newly created role as a Workday Product Expert to help drive continuous improvement within the Core Finance modules of Workday - General Accounting, Fixed Assets, Banking and Expenses. This opportunity would ideally suit a qualified accountant with a strong background in system implementation. The Workday Product Expert will work as part of the Core Products teams, working alongside the Product Owner to manage the development of the finance products. The Workday Product Expert will manage the product development to help create a culture of continuous development in line with the changing finance landscape. What we can offer you; • 25 days of annual leave, plus option to buy up to 5 additional days a year, • Access to our company pension scheme., • Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers., • Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to., • 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household., • One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community., • Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential. What will you be doing? • The Product Expert will assist the Product Owner in developing a vision for a product, based on user research and discussions with stakeholders, being clear about direction and gaining support for your views., • Convey enthusiasm for products, leading teams, stakeholders and users to understand the meaning behind functions & services and acting as a motivating force., • Manage risks and work with product vendors to resolve issues that affect release scope, schedule and quality., • Tracking and ensuring the products are available and fit for use under the conditions of the service level agreements., • Work with the Product Owner to influence the product roadmap, contributing primarily to the continuous service improvement function, enhancing the quality and stability of the platform., • Management of 3rd party support services provided by product vendors., • Utilise extensive system knowledge to recommend system improvements and roadmap features into the product roadmap. What are we looking for? • Stakeholder management experience., • Qualified Accountant., • Previous finance systems experience., • Knowledge of the software development lifecycle, including agile techniques and traditional methods., • Strong communication and presentation skills., • Experience of financial processes and knowledge of financial systems. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Rewards & Benefits As well as great pay, being part of our team means you can look forward to lots of benefits: Holiday Up to 25 days of paid holiday (plus bank holidays). With the option to buy additional leave, depending on the role. Pension An optional pension scheme that both you and Veolia can contribute towards Discounts The MyChoices employee discount scheme; for savings on a range of products and services from travel and grocery, to insurance and financial products Cycle2Work A Cycle2Work scheme that could save you tax and National Insurance when you buy a new bike to cycle to work Volunteer Day One paid day a year to volunteer with a local charity or cause of your choice Share Scheme Invest in Veolia's shares through our share scheme Life Insurance Life Insurance is provided to all Veolia staff (subject to age limitations). This benefit gives you the peace of mind that your loved ones are protected in the event of your death. Employee Referrals Refer friends or family to specific roles within Veolia and receive between £500 to £1,000 (terms and conditions apply) Employee Assistance Programme Our Employee Assistance Programme is there for 24/7 confidential support to deal with any problems, both inside and outside of work Mental Health First Aiders A community of over 230 mental health first aiders across the business Virtual GP Access to a virtual GP 24/7 for you and your immediate household Physiotherapy A physiotherapy service to help you when needed Our people have outstanding skills and stories to tell I love working for Veolia as it gives me a sense of satisfaction knowing I am working towards Veolias goal of ecological transformation. Jess Roberts, Head of Compliance I chose Veolia as they stood out as a company that actually makes a difference to the environment, while the Digital Transformation Manager role provides a varying and interesting workload. Martin Rogers, Digital Transformation Manager My current role is where I feel I found my true purpose and passion and this lies with supporting our customers.Each day provides different challenges, problem solving, new solutions, it's fast paced and extremely rewarding living the Veolia values. Jessica Ellis, National Account Manager Interview tips When it comes to your interview, don't worry, we've got you covered. Here are a few tips to help you showcase your best self: Do your research It's always good to learn a bit about Veolia before your interview to have a better understanding of what we do and who we're looking for. 1 Ask questions Have a think about the types of questions we might ask, so you can be ready to respond with why you'd be a great fit. 2 Provide examples Bring your answers to life through real examples and experiences, so we can see how you'll approach the role. 3 Be yourself The most important thing is that we get to know you and you get to know more about us. 4 No CV? No problem. When you apply for a role here, you'll need a CV. If you don't have one yet, you can use our handy CV builder.PandoLogic. Keywords: Continuous Improvement Specialist, Location: Cannock, ENG - WS11 7LR