Application Analyst Oracle Cloud ERP

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Join our team as an Application Analyst Oracle Cloud ERP

We are looking for a motivated and committed Application Analyst to join our team in supporting and developing our Oracle Cloud ERP platform which underpins key financial services across the organisation.
This is an important role where you will work collaboratively with colleagues stakeholders and external partners to ensure our systems are reliable secure and responsive to the needs of the business.
You will bring experience of supporting Oracle ERP with knowledge of some or all of the following modules:
General Ledger Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Projects Purchasing Budgetary Control third-party integrations and BI Publisher reporting.

Whats the role

Youll be involved in a mix of support problem-solving and continuous improvement activities including:

• Managing user access and security roles ensuring appropriate access across the system
• Investigating and resolving Oracle ERP incidents raised via the IT service desk ensuring timely and effective outcomes for users
• Working with third-party support partners to diagnose and resolve complex issues where required
• Supporting system enhancements and changes by working with our Application Specialist from requirements gathering through to implementation
• Collaborating with business teams and suppliers to plan and deliver quarterly Oracle updates
• Supporting interfaces and reporting requirements ensuring the integrity and availability of financial data

What were looking for

• Experience supporting Oracle Cloud ERP systems in a functional or technical capacity
• A sound understanding of financial systems and transactional processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• The ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders including finance teams ICT colleagues and external suppliers
• A flexible and proactive approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes

Youll also gain exposure to broader systems with opportunities to support Oracle HCM activities making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety and continuous learning.

Whats in it for you

Excellent training and development opportunities plus a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

Location

The job is primarily based in Laurence House but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.

The recruitment process is anonymous and we dont accept CVs.

Applicant handbook- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.

For an informal discussion about this job please contact Simon Kearns

Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification

Salary

45852 - 47925 per annum (P02)

N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale) which is subject to evidential proof.

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme further details are available at Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.

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