Oracle Cloud Financials Managing Principal Consultant

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Founded in 2002, Apps Associates is a company acknowledged for our expertise, our values, a history of innovation and a strong commitment to our customers and employees. We offer the breadth of services and scale to make a difference while always treating every customer with the attention that they deserve. 

Apps Associates was formed based on the belief that there has to be a better way to deliver IT-centric services and solutions. It was founded on the principle of partnership with our customers based on trust, value, innovation and continuous improvement.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Join an organization with a stellar work culture that prioritizes both client satisfaction and employee well-being. You will be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team where teamwork is fundamental. 

We are currently seeking a seasoned Managing Principal Consultant to spearhead global implementation projects within our Oracle Financials Consulting Team in North America. In this role, you will specialize in Oracle Cloud Financials, offering strategic guidance on business processes and design to our diverse global clientele. 

We are looking for someone with meticulous attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and outstanding communication abilities to ensure the delivery of top-notch solutions and foster strong client relationships. This position provides ample opportunities for expanding expertise into new areas, mentoring consulting resources, and leading initiatives to refine our consulting toolkit for enhanced efficiency and delivery excellence. If you are an experienced, high-energy professional ready to make an impact, we want you on our team.

PERKS

• Competitive Salary & Bonus
• GREAT Benefits
• Flexible PTO
• Paid Training & Certifications
• Exposure to the Latest Technology
• Dynamic Teammates, Innovative Projects & MORE!

CULTURE

You will be joining a group of highly motivated people who understand that culture is everything. We live by our Apps Core Values – People Focused, Collaborative, Empowered, Growth Mindset, and Integrity.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Own Oracle Financials solution definition, delivery, and overall practice leadership for Financials consulting engagements.
• Partner with clients to understand business requirements, identify pain points, and deliver scalable Oracle Cloud solutions aligned to business objectives.
• Design comprehensive financial system architectures utilizing Oracle Financials applications such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, Assets, Lease Accounting, Revenue Management, Accounting Hub, and Financial Reporting.
• Provide expert guidance on Oracle Financials best practices and lead global design workshops and stakeholder presentations to demonstrate solution capabilities and gather requirements.
• Lead global implementation projects, overseeing business requirements, functional design, process design (including scenario design and flow mapping), prototyping, testing, training, and support procedures for Oracle ERP solutions.
• Develop as-is and to-be business process flows utilizing Oracle best practices.
• Collaborate with clients to design tailored solutions to business challenges while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational efficiency.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including functional consultants, developers, and project managers, to ensure successful delivery of integrated financial solutions within project timelines and budget constraints.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including Requirements, FIT/GAP Analysis, KDDs, Process Flows, Data Conversion Strategy, and Functional Design Specifications.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Financials consulting resources, including offshore and junior team members.
• Serve as a people manager for Financials consulting resources, including performance management, career development, resource planning, and team development initiatives.
• Drive delivery excellence by establishing implementation standards, best practices, and quality assurance across Oracle Financials engagements.
• Support business development and practice growth initiatives, including proposal development, solution positioning, and expansion of existing client relationships.

WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS POSITION

• Extensive experience with Oracle Financials modules (GL, AP, AR, CM, Assets, Financial Reporting), including a deep understanding of Oracle Cloud Financials applications and their functionalities.
• Proficiency in Oracle Cloud technologies, with the ability to design and implement end-to-end financial system architectures.
• Strong consulting background with experience leading global implementation projects and providing guidance on Oracle Financials best practices.
• Deep understanding of financial business processes and industry-specific requirements, enabling effective collaboration with clients to translate business needs into scalable solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive projects forward, delegate tasks, and mentor consulting resources.
• Hands-on implementation experience with Oracle Cloud Financials applications (GL, AR, AP, FA, CE) across at least 7 end-to-end projects.
• Strong understanding of financial business processes, accounting principles, and industry standards.
• Expertise in developing Chart of Accounts, Enterprise Structure, and Trading Community Architecture.
• Experience collaborating with HCM, SCM, and PPM leads for financial application integrations.
• Experience managing complex client engagements and leading distributed onshore and offshore consulting teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple task assignments within a structured implementation methodology.
• Oracle Cloud Financials certification(s) are a strong plus.
• Experience with Revenue Management, Accounting Hub, Lease Accounting, or other peripheral applications is a strong plus.
• Proven experience managing, mentoring, and developing consulting resources in a client-facing consulting environment.
• Experience serving as a line manager or practice lead with responsibility for resource allocation, utilization, performance management, and career development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale enterprise transformation initiatives and manage multiple concurrent Oracle Financials engagements.
• Strong executive presence with experience advising C-level stakeholders on finance transformation strategies and organizational change initiatives.
• Nice to Have: Familiarity with the U.S. Public Sector, and/or experience working with or supporting U.S. Public Sector clients.

SKILLS

This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with external and internal stakeholders, both technical and non-technical. 

• Effective Communication: Able to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent writing skills: Able to produce clear and concise documents; excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate ideas and thoughts.
• Problem-Solving: Able to analyze problems, propose effective solutions, and implement them meeting client expectations.
• Empathy: Understand clients' perspectives and empathize with their pain points to establish trust and rapport.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to handle deadlines and priorities without compromising on quality.
• Time Management: Managing time effectively to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Teamwork: Team player willing to support colleagues and contribute to a positive work. environment; shares knowledge and resources with colleagues.
• Professional Presentation: Proficient in creating and delivering presentations.
• Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability.

WHY APPS?

Apps Associates has a culture of extreme expertise built on trust and collaboration while ensuring competency and excellence which helps us build long term partnerships with our clients. This extreme expertise is only possible because of a pool of highly motivated, passionate and talented individuals who help address client’s core needs and thereby make a significant and positive difference in customer’s lives. In addition to excellent benefits. Apps Associates provides our employees with a robust platform for training, professional development and the ability to be certified which helps us continuously adapt, learn and maintain flexibility while delivering complex customer engagements.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability veteran status or other protected class.  Apps Associates is an at-will employer.   Nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify the at will employment status.

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