Oracle Cloud Financials Solution Architect

Company: Watlow
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

Working at Watlow
Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.Position Summary:
We're on the hunt for a high-impact Oracle Cloud Financial Techno-Functional expert who's ready to roll up their sleeves and make things happen. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, take ownership without waiting to be asked, and love driving results from start to finish-this is your opportunity.
In this role, you'll be the go-to authority across both the technical and functional sides of Oracle Financial modules (AP, AR, GL, FA, CM). You'll lead the charge in delivering full-cycle solutions, working directly with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners to optimize, integrate, and fine-tune Oracle Financials to power our core operations.

We're looking for someone who doesn't just follow the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)-you own it. From requirements to rollout, you'll ensure every phase is airtight and efficient. This position is based in St. Louis, MO.

Functional Contribution:

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• Deep functional and technical understanding of Oracle Financial Cloud modules.
  
• Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of Oracle Financial modules including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Fixed Assets (FA), and Cash Management (CM).
  
• Well versed with multi-currency Oracle Enterprise set up.
  
• Well versed with financial close process.
  
• Develop, customize, and extend Oracle Financial solutions using PL/SQL, security, configuration, and localization.
  
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including solution design, specifications, and test scripts.
  
• Develop and troubleshoot interfaces between Oracle Financials and other applications (both Oracle and non-Oracle systems).
  
• Maintain SDLC best practices including change management.
  
• Develop, customize, and extend Oracle Financial solutions using PL/SQL, security, configuration, and localization.
  
• Maintain and enhance system integrations with other legacy systems.
  
• Enhance OIC (Oracle Integration Cloud) based automated and scheduled jobs.
  
• Troubleshoot both technical and functional issues related to Oracle Financials.
  
• Implement system enhancements and customizations as needed based on business requirements.
  
• Work on production break fix tickets and prioritize with business's input.
  
• Provide technical and functional expertise during monthly, quarterly and yearly financial close.
  
• Provide leadership managing business chart of accounts and cross validation rules.
  
• Lead or participate in Oracle Financials implementation and upgrade projects.
  
• Conduct unit testing, system integration testing, and coordinate with users for UAT (User Acceptance Testing).
  
• Ensure all Oracle Financial configurations comply with corporate governance, audit, and regulatory standards.
  
• Develop custom reports using Oracle Reports, BI Publisher, or other tools to provide actionable insights for management and finance teams.
  
• Work with the finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting and data integrity.
  
  Skills, Abilities and Mastery
  
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  • 5+ years of experience in Oracle Financials as a Techno-Functional Consultant.
    
  • Hands-on experience with Oracle Financial modules: GL, AP, AR, FA, and CM.
    
  • Strong knowledge of financial processes such as procure-to-pay (P2P), order-to-cash (O2C), and record-to-report (R2R).
    
  • Relevant Oracle Cloud certifications are a plus.
    
  • Working knowledge of SQL and PL/SQL.
    
  • Knowledge of Oracle APIs, interfaces, and data conversions.
    
  • Knowledge of Oracle cloud's security model.
    
  • Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and reporting requirements.
    
  • Proven ability to analyze business processes and align technology solutions.
    
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business terms.
    
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset.
    
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
    
  • Proven experience managing projects and delivering on deadlines.
    
    Delivery:
    
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    • Identify, propose, and implement business solutions using Oracle Financial Cloud.
      
    • Successfully execute projects.
      
    • Provide production support that meets company-defined SLAs.
      
    • Follow the SDLC during every phase of IT project execution and production support.
      
      Education, Expertise and Certification Requirements:
      
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      • Bachelor's degree in business or technology or 5-7 years of related experience focused on financial processes and systems.
        
      • Good Oracle Financial Technical and Functional Skills.
        
      • Must be able to travel 10% (estimated).
        
        Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan
        The health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits:
        
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        • Annual Achievement Award
          
        • 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
          
        • Wellness incentives
          
        • Employee Personal Assistance Program
          
        • Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance
          
        • Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
          
        • Parental leave
          
        • Tuition reimbursement
          
          
          Diversity & Inclusion
          We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
          
          Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.

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