Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager, Financial Services

Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager, Financial Services You Are Accenture is seeking an Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager, Financial Services to play a pivotal role in designing and implementing complex, outcomes-driven solutions for our clients. You are a seasoned Financial Services (Banking, Capital Markets, Insurance) professional who combines deep functional expertise, sharp commercial instincts, understanding of the technology landscape, market and industry drivers and an ability to build trusted relationships at the senior client level. The Work: • Architect end-to-end solutions for large-scale managed services deals, with a focus on planning and forecasting, materials planning, sales and operations planning, order management and fulfillment, logistics coordination, inventory analysis, warranty and aftersales services, reverse logistics, and master data management • Lead client discovery and requirements-gathering sessions, building confidence with senior buyers by demonstrating deep domain knowledge and an ability to connect their business challenges to concrete, deliverable solutions • Orchestrate Accenture's full range of assets, including talent, processes, technology platforms, and AI and agentic tools, to design solutions that are commercially viable, operationally sound, and aligned to the client's desired business outcomes • Manage all industry group and vertical relationships, senior client buyer interactions, and functional owner engagements for the designated solution • Drive the necessary sign-off of the solution with proper input from industry groups and verticals on client business objectives, industry context, risk assessment, budget, and preferences • Manage the sales team and Subject Matter Experts required during the sales process, and coordinate communication and collaboration with the delivery organization • Direct and coordinate with legal, commercial and regulatory teams to ensure all solution components adhere to standards and contractual requirements • Collaborate with industry groups and verticals to provide input to Terms and Conditions, and in some cases be accountable for specific contractual terms • Develop cost model estimates working with delivery organizations and the pricing and commercial team to deliver the defined scope of services • Align the final solution architecture, including statement of work, schedules, and other contractual documents, with final terms and conditions • Apply knowledge of AI and agentic tools to identify where intelligent automation, AI-assisted workflows, and autonomous process agents can be embedded within client solutions to drive efficiency and outcomes Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements. Here's What You Need • Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Solution Architect, Business Consultant, or similar role within financial services, operations, or managed services, with hands-on knowledge across one of the following: Insurance, Banking and/or Capital Markets • Minimum of 2 years of experience in Financial Services managed services • Minimum of 2 years of experience in business development, sales strategy, and/or proposal development roles • Minimum of 2 years of experience with outsourcing, solution planning, and deal shaping • Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate's Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience) Bonus Points if you have • Advanced degree such as an MBA or equivalent • Experience with Negotiate to Close and Win Strategy Development • Value Proposition Development and Business Case Development • Solution Configuration and Solution Planning for Outsourcing Methodology • Pricing Strategy and Execution • Service Transition and Solution Realization methodology • Understanding of automation and agentic AI trends in the Financial Services industry • Strong analytical skills with advanced expertise in Excel and PowerPoint Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 12/31/2026. Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture Role Location Annual Salary Range California $132,500 to $338,300 Colorado $132,500 to $292,200 Connecticut $132,500 to $292,200 District of Columbia $141,100 to $311,200 Illinois $122,700 to $292,200 Maine $112,900 to $249,000 Maryland $132,500 to $292,200 Massachusetts $132,500 to $311,200 Minnesota $132,500 to $292,200 New York $122,700 to $338,300 New Jersey $141,100 to $338,300 Ohio $122,700 to $270,600 Virginia $122,700 to $311,200 Washington $141,100 to $311,200