Progress Consultant

Version 1 Solutions Limited; North East; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider in the UK seeks a professional with 5-10 years' experience in developing and supporting Client Server solutions using Progress OpenEdge 4GL. The role involves architecture, design, and interface between financial systems. Ideal candidates should have excellent customer service skills and knowledge of ITIL practices. Remote working options available.

Benefits

Profit-sharing schemes

Career progression and mentorship programs

Flexible and remote working options

Pension and private healthcare

Gym discounts and wellbeing initiatives

Generous holiday allowance

Educational support for certifications

Community involvement initiatives

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years' experience with Progress OpenEdge 4GL and RDBMS.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Financial Management System installations.
• Interface between multiple applications and systems.
• Support Client Server solutions using Progress technologies.

Skills

Client Server solutions development

Excellent customer service

Interfacing with Microsoft Office

Consuming Web Services

Financial Reporting knowledge

Fixed Asset Registers knowledge

Fathom Replication implementation

Windows Server platforms knowledge

Interfacing with financial applications

ITSM tools knowledge

Documentation skills

ITIL knowledge

Job description

Responsible for the architecture, design, configuration, development, deployment, and maintenance of multiple Progress OpenEdge RDBMS 4GL based installations of a Financial Management System.

1. Demonstrated 5 to 10 years' experience developing, implementing, and supporting Client Server solutions using Progress OpenEdge 4GL and RDBMS on Microsoft Windows Servers.
2. Excellent customer service and communication skills.
3. Experience interfacing with Microsoft Office from Progress 4GL.
4. Experience consuming Web Services.
5. Knowledge of basic accounting principles including Financial Reporting.
6. Knowledge of Fixed Asset Registers including depreciation, asset tracking, and annual reporting.
7. Experience implementing Fathom Replication.
8. Knowledge of Windows Server platforms, especially permissions, installing Progress RDBMS, designing Database monitors, and alerting.
9. Experience interfacing with other Financial Management applications, especially Oracle Financials and SEPA banking payment systems.
10. Experience working in a managed service environment.
11. Working knowledge of ITSM tools.
12. ITIL knowledge is preferable, with a strong understanding of Incident and Change Management.
13. Strong documentation and written communication skills.

Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services, trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise helps customers navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology providers including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring high-quality solutions and services.

We are an award-winning employer, reflecting our employee-centric culture:

• UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner
• 3300+ employees, €350/£300m revenue
• 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
• Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
• Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW

We are a values-driven company, hiring people who share our values and rewarding those who embody them. We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits that promote wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability:

• Profit-sharing schemes
• Career progression and mentorship programs
• Flexible and remote working options
• Pension, private healthcare, life assurance, and financial advice
• Wellbeing initiatives, gym discounts, mindfulness workshops, Employee Assistance Programme, and more
• Generous holiday allowance, enhanced parental leave, and special leave policies
• Educational support for certifications in AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, Red Hat
• Awards and recognition schemes
• Community involvement and diversity initiatives