Financial Systems Technical Lead

Oversee the technical management and optimisation of the University's Oracle R12 E-Business Suite (EBS) Financials systems. The University maintains a number of other systems such as, SAP Concur eExpenses and IBM TM1 Cognos planning applications, and has integrations with multiple systems across the wider University. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the efficient operation of financial applications, working closely with Finance Division and IT Services to deliver seamless, reliable, scalable, and well documented solutions that support the University's financial processes. As well as playing a critical role in shaping and executing financial system strategies that optimise the potential of existing systems, the successful candidate will also work closely with the People and Finance Service Transformation (PFST) programme to help define and implement future solutions. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual's unique contribution.

• Extensive experience with Oracle R12 EBS, specifically within the Financials suite
• Proven experience of designing, documenting and delivering CEMLIs for Oracle R12 EBS implementations
• Proficient in SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle Forms, Reports, and Oracle Application Framework (OAF)
• Solid understanding of financial system integrations, particularly with other enterprise systems
• Excellent troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner.
• Demonstrable experience leading technical projects from concept through to delivery, including managing resources, timelines, and deliverables.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent all-round understanding of how to approach the design, build and testing of application improvements and integrations.
  
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Integral to the University, the Finance Division aims to enable world-class research and education by collaborating on sound financial strategy to provide long-term resources, underpinned by excellent operational and professional services. For more information please visit: https://finance.admin.ox.ac.uk/ What We Offer Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.