Oracle Finance Solution Architect

Grant Thornton UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Oracle Solution Architect to design and deliver Oracle ERP Finance solutions. The role involves managing full project lifecycles from inception to delivery. Applicants should hold a related honours degree and Oracle Finance ERP certification, with significant expertise in Oracle ERP Finance Cloud. This position supports flexible working arrangements and values diversity and inclusion, allowing employees to thrive both personally and professionally.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Oracle ERP Finance Cloud design and implementation.
• Experience with broader ERP Finance systems such as Oracle E-Business Suite.
• Evidence of formal Oracle vendor training.

Responsibilities

• Lead solution design from conception through to testing.
• Document business requirements and transformation goals.
• Manage teams through functional design and process mapping.

Skills

Oracle ERP Finance Cloud design

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Enterprise Application Integration

Education

Related honours degree or equivalent

Oracle certification in Finance ERP

Job description

About Grant Thornton

At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work‑life balance. A true alternative.

With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we’re on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career.

Job Description

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.

Grant Thornton’s Business Consulting consists of Enterprise Applications, Technology, Finance, Operations, Deals and People focus areas. The Enterprise Applications (EA) Practice is responsible for advisory and project implementation services related to Oracle Cloud Applications and Technology in particular, and ERP/HCM applications advisory consultancy more generally.

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

As an Oracle Solution Architect within our Enterprise Applications practice, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering Oracle ERP Finance solutions that meet client needs and drive transformation. Your responsibilities will span the full project lifecycle, including:

• Leading solution design from initial conception through to testing and design freeze.
• Documenting business requirements, system designs, and transformation goals aligned with client objectives.
• Managing teams through functional design, process mapping, prototyping, testing, and training.
• Supporting Delivery Directors and Project Managers with scope, plans, and budgets.
• Maintaining integration designs and extensions, ensuring seamless connectivity.
• Driving go‑to‑market propositions, proposals, budgets, and work plans.
• Collaborating with Oracle SMEs and Alliance Managers on marketing and business development activities.
• Building strong relationships with client senior executives and providing leadership for account development opportunities.
• Ensuring continuous improvement of delivery methodologies and supporting agile working practices to maintain quality and efficiency across all engagements.

Known you’re right for us

Joining us as an Oracle ERP Solution Architect, the minimum criteria you’ll need are:

• A related honours degree (or equivalent).
• Oracle certification and accreditation in Finance ERP.
• Significant experience in Oracle ERP Finance Cloud design, configuration, and implementation.
• Broader experience in ERP Finance systems such as Oracle E‑Business Suite.
• Evidence of formal Oracle vendor training.

It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.

• A professional architecture qualification (e.g., TOGAF).
• Experience with Enterprise Application Integration and cloud migrations.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage complex, time‑sensitive projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycles and key metrics.

Knowing we’re right for you

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Beyond the job

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.

We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.