Oracle Functional Consultant

Acuity is a leading provider of bespoke research, analytics and technology solutions to the financial services sector, including asset managers, corporate and investment banks, private equity and venture capital firms, hedge funds and consulting firms. Its global network of over 6,000 analysts and industry experts, combined with proprietary technology, supports more than 500 financial institutions and consulting companies to operate more efficiently and unlock their human capital, driving revenue higher and transforming operations. Acuity is headquartered in London and operates from 10 locations worldwide.

The company fosters a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, nurturing talent, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation.

Acuity was established as a separate business from Moody’s Corporation in 2019, following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe (Equistone). In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake in the business from Equistone, which remains invested as a minority shareholder.

Position Title-Oracle Functional Consultant

Experience Level-12+

Department-IT

Location-Gurgaon or Bangalore

Role Purpose

We are seeking a highly capable Oracle Functional Consultant to support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of our Oracle Fusion Cloud platform, with a primary focus on Financials and a strong understanding of HCM and the broader Oracle stack.

The ideal candidate combines deep functional expertise with strong business acumen and the ability to communicate complex system concepts in clear, non-technical language to finance, HR, and leadership stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Functional Analysis & Business Partnering

• Act as a bridge between Finance, HR, and Technology teams to translate business needs into Oracle Fusion solutions.
• Lead requirements workshops, design discussions, and fit-gap analysis sessions.
• Provide functional support for key Oracle modules including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Cash Management, Procurement, Expenses, and related HCM interfaces.
• Partner with HR and Finance leadership to ensure process alignment across modules such as Payroll, Compensation, and Projects.

2. Solution Design & Configuration

• Configure Oracle Fusion modules based on business requirements and best practices.
• Support solution design documentation, testing scripts, and functional specifications for integrations and reports.
• Conduct impact assessments and regression testing during Oracle quarterly release cycles.
• Collaborate with integration teams on Oracle Cloud (OIC) and REST API-based data flows.

3. Oracle Ecosystem & Integrations

• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate Oracle Fusion with systems like Salesforce, Darwinbox, TMF Payroll, and Jira.
• Support master data governance and ensure process consistency across the enterprise platform.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and roadmap planning for future Oracle capabilities.

4. Business Communication & Change Enablement

• Serve as a trusted advisor to functional stakeholders – translating technical configurations into business-friendly narratives.
• Develop clear documentation, process maps, and training materials for business users.
• Support workshops, demos, and UAT sessions with non-technical stakeholders.
• Communicate functional updates and changes to leadership teams in clear, concise formats.

5. Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Support system governance processes including configuration management, change control, and audit readiness.
• Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and simplification of processes.
• Stay updated with Oracle Fusion releases, industry trends, and best practices to recommend improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of hands-on experience as an Oracle Functional Consultant, with emphasis on Oracle Fusion Financials.
• Strong understanding of multiple Oracle Fusion modules (Financials, HCM, Procurement, Projects, Expenses).
• Experience with end-to-end Oracle implementations, rollouts, or enhancement projects.
• Working knowledge of Salesforce, Jira, and Oracle integration tools (OIC) preferred.
• Excellent documentation, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills – able to convey technical details in business-relevant terms.

Core Competencies:

• Strong business acumen and process orientation.
• Ability to translate business needs into system solutions.
• Proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented approach.
• Collaborative mindset with global stakeholder management experience.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement within Oracle Cloud.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business needs into system solutions.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable operating in a complex, matrixed, and fast-paced global organisation.
• Collaborative team player who can engage with technical and non-technical audiences alike.
• Passion for process simplification, automation, and user experience improvement.
• Direct influence on the design of Acuity’s next-generation digital operating model.
• Collaborative and high-impact environment with global stakeholders and leadership visibility.
• Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities within Acuity’s Digital & Data organisation.