Application Specialist (Oracle)

Requisition ID: 234861

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The team is responsible for deploying, managing and maintaining finance technology solutions within Scotiabank catering to various business lines and enterprise finance functions

The Programmer Analyst - Advisory will be responsible for developing and supporting the Oracle E-Biz suite of Applications modules along with its integration to PeopleSoft GL and sub modules as well as other third-party applications.

In this role you will:

• Identify business requirements and align them to Financials Accounting Hub functionality.
• Configure & support Oracle E-Biz Financials Accounting Hub module based on requirements.
• Provide Techno Functional application leadership and guidance regarding best practices and the functionality of the software modules through all phases of an implementation.
• Work with business partners to develop business solution designs to ensure that business requirements are met.
• Identifying, writing and managing business requirements. Contributing to the functional and technical design, prototyping, and process design stages of implementations (including scenario design, flow mapping).
• Supporting configurations, customization, reports and interfaces, testing and user training. Work with the Finance department and other stakeholders to gather information utilizing a variety of techniques such as interviews, work sessions, storyboarding, and prototyping.
• Analyze, document, and communicate business requirements and processes.
• Understand project scope, project goals, product functionality, and desired features.
• Evaluate customer needs/issues, analyze business processes, assist in evaluating alternatives, and determine appropriate solutions with technical staff.
• Help determine level of effort and time required for delivery.
• Ensure that business requirements are properly translated and satisfied in functional & technical requirements and design. Assist with system design and data migration reviews as needed.
• Assist with development of test conditions, scripts, and test cases.
• Participate in testing, testing reviews and analysis of testing results. Assist with troubleshooting and providing recommendations.
• Effectively partner with Finance and other IT personnel to deliver solutions.
• Resolve issues quickly and effectively to enable delivery and support of applications.
• Follow standard software implementation best practices relative to analysis, configuration, development and testing.
• Provide ad-hoc reporting, data gathering, and feasibility studies to support project business justification as required for management review.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role?

• 4+ years of experience as an Oracle E biz techno functional consultant
• Must have experience as an Oracle EBS R12 Financials Functional and Technical (General Ledger, Financial Accounting Hub), SQL, PLSQL & Unix Shell Scripting
• OBIEE, Essbase and Hyperion exposure is an asset
• Strong Hands on experience in Implementation and Support of Financial Accounting Hub applications
• Ability to write functional requirements, use cases, and other analysis/design artifacts effectively (storyboards, screen prototypes, etc.)
• Experience with user interface and design
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-directed - works effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to effectively work on multiple tasks
• Well organized, dependable, punctual, strong work ethic
• Fast learner and able to work to deadlines.

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove, and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days, and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!