Job Description

About the Role:
Do you want to be a key member of the team shaping the future of Next Finance?
We are looking for individuals who are prepared to challenge existing ways of working, embrace change & have a creative mind for problem solving. Is that you?
About the role

You will join a project team to assist with implementing the Oracle Fusion ERP system into NEXT Finance, initially replacing AP, AR, GL & Procurement.
This role is responsible for designing how payment outflows will be managed within the Oracle finance system, ensuring robust processes and controls are in place. You will lead the design and implementation of payment workflows that are fully compliant with ISO 20022 standards, while aligning with best practices and internal control requirements. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to define TO-BE processes, mitigate risks, and ensure the solution meets both regulatory and operational needs.

Key responsibilities include:

Making and documenting design decisions in line with project scope
Completing business process design documents, configuration workbooks, and process flows
Supporting business impact assessments
Preparing and reviewing integration design documents
Collaborating with the Data Migration and Reporting teams
Contributing to test planning, scripting, and execution
Coordinating with Change Management and Business Adoption teams, including input into user training materials and the training plan
Participating in cutover planning and execution
Providing warranty support post-implementation

You’ll also be responsible for identifying and highlighting potential risks, ensuring that appropriate controls are in place to mitigate them.
You will also collaborate with several teams, including:

Existing Supplier Onboarding, Accounts Payable, Banking, and other relevant business teams to understand the current setup and support the transition to the new Oracle system, ensuring the most appropriate payment solutions are implemented with all necessary controls in place.
Testing team to develop test scripts and support comprehensive regression testing.
Training team to ensure appropriate training materials are developed and delivered to all relevant users.
Cash Management and Accounts Payable leads to stay aligned on current decisions and identify outstanding requirements..

About You:

Good understanding of Oracle SQM and Oracle Accounts Payable and Payment processes is essential
Understanding of relevant banking standards is preferable e.g. ISO 20022
Experience of implementing change in areas with a focus on controls and automation
Experience with another large ERP systems is desirable, preferably Oracle Fusion
Ability to self manage, methodical with strong organisational skills ensuring multiple tasks can run in parallel
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work to tight deadlines and escalate issues in an appropriate and timely manner
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excel, Powerpoint and/or Google Presentation skills

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About Us

You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!

About some of our Benefits

25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
Company performance based bonus
Sharesave scheme
On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
Early VIP access to sale stock
Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
Free on-site parking
Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

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