Senior Functional Oracle Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Functional Workstream of Oracle Cloud R2R and P2P implementation projects as part of the larger implementation team
• Understand all existing Oracle Cloud ERP Fusion services/capabilities/configurations for General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Cash Management, and related financial modules
• Expert understanding of both standard Oracle Cloud R2R and P2P functional capabilities as well as the chosen/configured and enhanced capabilities made part of the CoStar implementation
• Support the Oracle Cloud ERP Technical Workstream Lead as it relates to integrations and other CEMLI objects
• Recommend best practices in leveraging Oracle ERP technology to meet day-to-day business needs as well as scaling and automating for volume and growth
• Provide significant input/guidance into the planning and leadership in the implementation of Oracle R2R processes including General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Cash Management, Financial Reporting, and Accounting Hub
• Lead P2P implementation including Procurement, Accounts Payable, Supplier Management, and Expense Management modules
• Lead project team members as well as share individual subject matter expertise
• Perform International Oracle implementation in both P2P and R2R.
• Perform a wide array of tasks, including leading strategic meetings with project stakeholders through very tactical hands-on implementation tasks
• Participate and provide guidance in general project efforts such as business analysis, system design, business process re-engineering, quality assurance and change management
• Gather business requirements through business process workshops and document detailed requirements for client approval
• Conduct Conference Room Pilots (CRP) and coordinate User Acceptance Testing
• Develop/Validate unit test scripts and functional design documents
• Provide Go-Live preparation, cut-over support, end-user training as needed and post-production support
• Work with Oracle to resolve service requests and technical issues
• Act as primary point of contact for clients and effectively communicate with stakeholders throughout project lifecycle
• Collaborate with offshore functional and technical teams as needed for all project deliverables

Basic Qualifications:

• BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Engineering from an accredited, not-for-profit University or College
• A track record of commitment to prior employers
• 10+ years of experience as Oracle Functional consultant with specific expertise in R2R and P2P processes
• 6+ years direct hands-on experience implementing Oracle Cloud ERP (Fusion) – General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Cash Management, Expenses, and Accounting Hub on a global scale
• At least 5+ Oracle Cloud Financials end-to-end implementations, working as Financials track lead
• Prior implementation experience (prefer two cycles) of Oracle Cloud ERP (Fusion) R2R and P2P modules
• Experience with defining requirements for Oracle Integration Cloud Service (OIC) integrations
• Experience with Financial Reporting Studio and BI Publisher
• Experience testing ERP application instances to successfully validate application setups, including input to test plans, test scenarios, and test scripts
• Experience with data conversions and ERP integrations (such as Workday, Concur, legacy AP systems) to Oracle applications
• Experience operating in an IT Controls / SOX environment
• Strong consulting experience and business analytical skills to gather and document business requirements, leading fit-gap analysis, business process designs, managing conference room pilots (CRPs)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple task assignments
• Previous experience working in IT companies or professional services firms

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA, relevant master's degree
• CPA certification or equivalent strongly preferred
• Relevant Oracle specialist certifications strongly preferred
• Strong finance business process experience and acumen with R2R and P2P cycles
• Wide range of accounting experiences such as Chart of accounts redesign, proven financial reporting experience and Multi Org / Multi Currency experience.
• Experience implementing Oracle for International Countries (UK/Europe/Australia/Japan etc.)
• The ability to develop creative and breakthrough solutions to resolving product implementation and integration obstacles
• Ability to articulate and clearly communicate complex problems and solutions in a simple, logical and impactful manner
• Knowledge of EPM products (Planning/ARM/FCCS) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of and experience addressing a broad range of accounting matters, ensuring processing in compliance with established internal controls
• Analytical approach with the ability to correctly grasp and communicate data as well as analyze and reconcile accounts
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion
• Display initiative with limited direction and ability to lead teams
• Excellent organization, presentation, and communication skills
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a high growth company
• Be goal-oriented and manage multiple responsibilities, adjust to changing priorities and excel in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work within a team environment as well as an individual contributor