Master Data Specialist

ITV

  • Manchester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
Job Category: Finance and AccountingJob Description:Workplace: ITV Manchester, Media City - expectation is 2-3 days in the office.The team..In Group Finance, we support teams across the whole of ITV, helping them create content and products that millions of people interact with every single day. When you join us, you enter a fun working environment with opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact's felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.To enhance our support, ITV is restructuring its Third Party Payments team, shifting towards a compliance-focused approach to inspire change, ensure policy adherence, and optimise workflow efficiency making the purchase to pay process flawless.The role..We are currently seeking two highly motivated and meticulous Master Data Experts to be responsible for and own the quality, consistency, and accuracy of supplier data on a Permanent, full-time basis. Reporting to the Purchase To Pay Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for defining, governing, and maintaining master data, ensuring it is complete and consistent across various systems, impacting various departments and processes. Your work will support data-driven decision-making, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance and paying suppliers on time.Some of your key day-to-day responsibilities will include:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for supplier and business data inquiries, ensuring accurate and timely responses.
  • Create, maintain, and update supplier master data across multiple systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion, Paris).
  • Detect and mitigate fraud, implement data governance, and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
  • Identify and resolve data discrepancies through audits, reviews, and analysis of large data sets.
  • Support continuous process improvements in collaboration with the Global Process Owner and cross-functional teams.
Collaborate with teams (e.g., Procurement, Tax, Treasury) to align on master data and prevent payment issues. * Train and support staff on master data standard methodologies and system usage; maintain up-to-date SOPs.
  • Track team critical metrics, give to performance improvements, and support onboarding of new team members.
Take ownership of personal development, stay current on policies and tools, and actively participate in performance discussions.Skills you'll need (minimum criteria)
  • Significant experience working within a Supplier Master Data team and can demonstrate a significant understanding of the Supplier Master Data process.
  • Experience with accounting software (e.g. Oracle, SAP) and proficiency in Excel.
  • Can demonstrate a good understanding of the Accounts Payable and Payment processes which are impacted by Master Data.
  • Can provide evidence of handling supplier data information and detailed country specific requirements
  • Can provide evidence of analysing, presenting and improving data to management, business areas and teams.
  • Can demonstrate a strong competency of problem solving with a continuous improvement approach.
  • Experience of working in a shared service centre preferred
Other things we're looking for (key criteria)
  • Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
  • Excellent ability of using excel and can quickly manipulate data.
  • Able to analyse and present data highlighting trends.
  • Able to navigate sophisticated processes and provide recommendations.
  • Curiosity with a continuous improvement approach.
  • Risk and fraud awareness.
  • Strong interpersonal and time management abilities.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to explain root cause findings, trend analysis and process improvement suggestions.
Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We'd encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested.About Us:Your work matters to millions.Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it's not surprising that you'll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we're at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact's felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don't just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.About the Team: ITV is for everyone.ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we'll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above).We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at talkingcareers@itv.com. Find out more about
  • There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.
Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including:
  • Flexible working with a range of options to suit everyone
  • Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
  • Annual bonus opportunity
  • Competitive pension contribution
  • Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
  • Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life
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