Company Description
For over 28 years, Version 1 has partnered with leading global brands to deliver digital, cloud, and enterprise application solutions that drive business success. We are proud to be recognised as:
- Oracle Innovation Partner of the Year 2023 (EMEA)
- Microsoft Global Partner of the Year (Modernising Applications)
- AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year (EMEA)
- One of the Best Workplaces for Women in the UK & Ireland (2023)
With 3,400+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m, Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe.
Job Description
Oracle EPM Cloud ARCS Architect
Shape the Future of Finance with Oracle ARCS at Version 1
Are you an EPM expert ready to lead from the front? At Version 1, we’re looking for a visionary Oracle ARCS Architect to design and deliver next-generation reconciliation solutions that transform how global businesses manage their close cycles.
This isn’t a typical consultancy role — you’ll be a trusted architect and advisor, steering strategy as well as hands-on delivery. You’ll work with some of the most forward-thinking finance teams in the UK & Ireland, backed by one of Europe’s fastest-growing digital consultancies and a multi-award-winning Oracle partner.
What’s in it for you?
- The chance to own enterprise-scale ARCS solutions from blueprint to go-live.
- A platform to become a recognised Subject Matter Expert in Oracle EPM Cloud.
- A culture that values innovation, recognition, and continuous learning — with one of the largest training budgets in the industry.
- Flexible, hybrid working and benefits designed around you.
- The stability of a company certified as a Great Place to Work 10 years running and recently named Oracle Innovation Partner of the Year.
If you want to make your mark architecting solutions that directly impact how global organisations reconcile, report, and succeed, this is your opportunity.
Join Version 1 — where talent is recognised, growth is accelerated, and your expertise shapes the future of finance technology.
Job Description
Oracle EPM Cloud ARCS Architect
Key Responsibilities
As an ARCS Architect, you will:
- Architect and design scalable ARCS solutions to streamline and automate account reconciliation processes.
- Lead end-to-end implementations of ARCS, ensuring alignment with client business requirements and objectives.
- Collaborate with finance and IT teams to optimise reconciliation workflows and integration points.
- Provide technical leadership in ARCS configuration, automation, and integration with other Oracle EPM tools.
- Define and deliver best-fit architectural solutions for new initiatives and ongoing enhancements.
- Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards, governance, and industry best practices.
- Drive innovation through proof-of-concept (PoC) developments for new features and integrations.
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in ARCS and related EPM solutions.
- Mentor and upskill junior consultants, promoting capability growth across the team.
- Engage in business development activities including solution design workshops and client consultations.
Qualifications
Essential:
- Significant experience in Oracle EPM Cloud solutions with a focus on ARCS and FCCS.
- Proven expertise in solution architecture, system integration, and automation within financial close and reconciliation.
- Strong knowledge of financial consolidation processes and hands-on proficiency in Oracle FCCS, HFM, and related applications.
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement scalable reconciliation solutions.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
Preferred:
- Oracle EPM certifications or relevant credentials.
- Experience in cloud-based financial applications.
- Understanding of data governance, compliance, and regulatory standards.
Additional Information
Why Version 1?
- Strong career progression & mentorship through our Strength in Balance and leadership programmes, including quarterly Pathways Career Development reviews.
- Significant training budget for certifications and further education.
- Version 1 Annual Excellence Awards & Call-Out recognition platform celebrating achievement.
- Moments that matter & enhanced maternity/paternity leave policies to support your journey.
- Active ESG & CSR initiatives, allowing you to give back through fundraising, volunteering, and diversity, inclusion & belonging programmes.
Benefits include:
- Quarterly performance-related profit share
- Hybrid / Remote working flexibility
- Pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover
- Certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years running
This is hybrid based with occasional travel to your nearest base office.
Ashley Billington, Head of Talent Acquisition – Enterprise Applications (Oracle Cloud - ERP, HCM, EPM)
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We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity & Inclusion statement located at: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers
Please note: We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. If you want to join the team here at Version 1, get in touch with us directly!
