Adecco
Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Our client, a leading organisation in the banking sector, is seeking a dynamic and experienced EU Finance Architect & IT Lead . This exciting temporary opportunity spans 12 months and focuses on enhancing financial systems through Oracle ERP and EPM for their offices. If you are passionate about finance architecture and IT leadership, this role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact! Role: EU Finance Architect & IT lead Duration: 12 Months Location: London (Hybrid, 5 days out of 10 a week in office) Rate: 750 per day (umbrella) Key Responsibilities: Business Alignment: Collaborate with EU business stakeholders to gather Finance requirements for critical programmes, ensuring a seamless integration of needs into the architecture. Architecture Oversight: Support the EMEA Finance lead in developing and maintaining a clear architectural vision and roadmap for Finance, steering the organisation towards operational excellence. Team Leadership & Development: Manage and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a high-performance culture while providing technical guidance and support. Data Quality & Integrity: Implement robust controls and processes to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of financial data used in reporting. Process Improvement & Automation: Identify opportunities to streamline and automate finance processes, significantly reducing manual efforts and enhancing efficiency. Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve technical issues related to Finance, working closely with vendors and internal teams to implement effective solutions. Documentation & Training: Ensure product owners for Finance have current documentation and provide training to users on new systems or changes, enhancing user competency and confidence. Oracle ERP Solution Management: Oversee the delivery of Oracle ERP solutions, ensuring requirements, design, and solutions are robust and aligned with global templates. Production Support & Configuration: Provide hands-on design, configuration, and support for Oracle Financial Module(s), focusing on Oracle General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Fixed Assets. Governance Participation: Facilitate and participate in Governance sessions, leading Design Authority sessions and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. Experience Required: In-depth years of industry experience, with many years focused on Oracle Financials within Finance organisations in the banking sector. Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles and processes. Demonstrable experience with Oracle Financials, particularly in full life cycle implementations of Oracle General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Fixed Assets. Solid understanding of record-to-report and procure-to-pay processes, alongside internal controls. Experience in system implementation and production support, with knowledge of Oracle tables and SQL query writing. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with proficiency in ticketing systems such as JIRA and ServiceNow. Specific Qualifications / Skills: In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, with the ability to gather, analyse, and document business requirements effectively. Strong communication skills, capable of translating complex technical issues into understandable concepts for business teams. Proficiency in troubleshooting issues and determining appropriate solutions, with a willingness to learn and stay updated on banking regulations and solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated professional ready to take their career to the next level in a challenging yet rewarding environment. If you possess the required skills and experience, and are excited about shaping the future of finance architecture in banking, apply now to be considered for this prestigious role with our client! Apply Now, please answer screening questions. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Adecco is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Our client, a leading organisation in the banking sector, is seeking a dynamic and experienced EU Finance Architect & IT Lead . This exciting temporary opportunity spans 12 months and focuses on enhancing financial systems through Oracle ERP and EPM for their offices. If you are passionate about finance architecture and IT leadership, this role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact! Role: EU Finance Architect & IT lead Duration: 12 Months Location: London (Hybrid, 5 days out of 10 a week in office) Rate: 750 per day (umbrella) Key Responsibilities: Business Alignment: Collaborate with EU business stakeholders to gather Finance requirements for critical programmes, ensuring a seamless integration of needs into the architecture. Architecture Oversight: Support the EMEA Finance lead in developing and maintaining a clear architectural vision and roadmap for Finance, steering the organisation towards operational excellence. Team Leadership & Development: Manage and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a high-performance culture while providing technical guidance and support. Data Quality & Integrity: Implement robust controls and processes to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of financial data used in reporting. Process Improvement & Automation: Identify opportunities to streamline and automate finance processes, significantly reducing manual efforts and enhancing efficiency. Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve technical issues related to Finance, working closely with vendors and internal teams to implement effective solutions. Documentation & Training: Ensure product owners for Finance have current documentation and provide training to users on new systems or changes, enhancing user competency and confidence. Oracle ERP Solution Management: Oversee the delivery of Oracle ERP solutions, ensuring requirements, design, and solutions are robust and aligned with global templates. Production Support & Configuration: Provide hands-on design, configuration, and support for Oracle Financial Module(s), focusing on Oracle General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Fixed Assets. Governance Participation: Facilitate and participate in Governance sessions, leading Design Authority sessions and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. Experience Required: In-depth years of industry experience, with many years focused on Oracle Financials within Finance organisations in the banking sector. Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles and processes. Demonstrable experience with Oracle Financials, particularly in full life cycle implementations of Oracle General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Fixed Assets. Solid understanding of record-to-report and procure-to-pay processes, alongside internal controls. Experience in system implementation and production support, with knowledge of Oracle tables and SQL query writing. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with proficiency in ticketing systems such as JIRA and ServiceNow. Specific Qualifications / Skills: In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, with the ability to gather, analyse, and document business requirements effectively. Strong communication skills, capable of translating complex technical issues into understandable concepts for business teams. Proficiency in troubleshooting issues and determining appropriate solutions, with a willingness to learn and stay updated on banking regulations and solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated professional ready to take their career to the next level in a challenging yet rewarding environment. If you possess the required skills and experience, and are excited about shaping the future of finance architecture in banking, apply now to be considered for this prestigious role with our client! Apply Now, please answer screening questions. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Adecco is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
