Oracle SFA Functional Lead

Accenture; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 132,000 - 303,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a transformative expert to enhance the student experience in higher education through innovative Oracle solutions. In this dynamic role, you'll lead projects that improve organizational effectiveness and student outcomes, leveraging your deep expertise in Oracle technologies. Your exceptional analytical and communication skills will inspire teams to deliver tailored results that meet the unique needs of educational institutions. Join a forward-thinking company committed to driving meaningful change and making a positive impact in the academic landscape.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in higher education transformation programs.
• 1+ year of functional project implementation with PeopleSoft or Ellucian modules.

Responsibilities

• Lead Oracle Student Cloud practice and oversee project implementations.
• Collaborate with teams to identify business requirements and develop solutions.

Skills

Oracle Student Cloud

PeopleSoft Campus Solutions

Ellucian Banner

Financial Aid

Student Records

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Associate Degree with 6 years of experience

Job description

We Are:

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Interactive, Technology, and Operations services—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 674,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners, and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

In the ever-changing world of higher education, leaders often find themselves reacting to market shifts instead of focusing on what truly matters for students, faculty, and staff. We believe in a more intentional and creative approach, uniting everyone around a shared vision and driving meaningful change.

To thrive in a competitive environment, colleges and universities need to enhance the student experience. We're here to support with practical, scalable strategies that put students at the forefront. Our collaboration includes leveraging modern technologies for effective recruitment, streamlined financial aid, tracking the student journey, seamless referrals, targeted support, and innovative advancement strategies. Improving the student experience also means adopting a unified cloud-based technology system. Our services cover everything from planning to implementation, ensuring institutions can create a smoother, personalized student experience.

You Are:

You are a transformative expert ready to address the distinctive challenges of digitization in higher education. You’ll help our clients achieve organizational effectiveness, improve student outcomes, implement new technologies, and align resources and investments to ensure long-term sustainability.

Armed with exceptional skills, creativity, and analytical prowess, your superpower lies in solving complex business problems within the academic landscape. Whether leading projects, managing teams, or configuring Oracle solutions, your expertise spans both the functional and technical facets of Oracle in a higher education context. With effective communication and leadership skills, you inspire teams to deliver exceptional results tailored to the specific needs of educational institutions.

The Work:

1. Play a key role in building the Higher Education Oracle Student Cloud practice by actively participating in pre-sales activities and overseeing the implementation of Oracle Student Cloud projects.
2. Take the lead in Student Financial Planning Functional Design Workshops to identify business requirements, address functionality gaps, and develop necessary solutions.
3. Collaborate with the Oracle Student product team to validate new functionality and provide client feedback.
4. Provide design options through prototype development, catering to specific requirements.
5. Collaborate with the project team on reports, interfaces, data conversion programs, and application extensions.
6. Oversee configuration of Oracle Student Cloud Application according to client requirements and thoroughly document application setups.
7. Assist clients in designing an effective test approach for Student Financial Planning.
8. Regularly provide updates on project health to client leadership.
9. Share knowledge to enhance implementation methodology.
10. Stay informed about industry trends and Oracle features.
11. Guide team members and clients through the complete lifecycle of Oracle Cloud projects.

Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary depending on business needs and client requirements.

Here’s What You Need:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience delivering transformation programs in the higher education sector or working with clients.
• Minimum of 1 year of functional end-to-end project implementation experience with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions or Ellucian Banner modules, including one or more of the following: Financial Aid, Student Records, Student Financials, Academic Advisement, Campus Community, Admissions.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (12 years) of work experience. An associate degree with 6 years of work experience is also acceptable.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and experience level. We accept applications on an ongoing basis; there is no fixed deadline.

Information on benefits is available here.

Role Location and Salary Range:

• California: $132,500 to $302,400
• Colorado: $132,500 to $261,300
• District of Columbia: $141,100 to $278,200
• Illinois: $122,700 to $261,300
• Minnesota: $132,500 to $261,300
• Maryland: $122,700 to $241,900
• New York/New Jersey: $122,700 to $302,400
• Washington: $141,100 to $278,200

What We Believe:

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a sense of belonging within our organization. Our culture values innovation and creativity through our rich diversity, helping us serve our clients and communities better. More information can be found here.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and other protected categories.

Requesting An Accommodation:

We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or religious observances. If needed, please contact us at 1-877-889-9009, email here, or speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements:

Applicants must have work authorization in the US without requiring future visa sponsorship. Current employees of clients or affiliated businesses may not be eligible. Disclosures regarding criminal records and pay discussions are also included.