Oracle Cloud Finance Functional Architect (Atlanta, GA or Remote with Milestone Travel) - 61314611 at Cognizant summary:
The Oracle Cloud Finance Functional Architect will lead the design and execution of finance transformation programs, ensuring alignment with client needs and delivering value through Oracle solutions. With a focus on Finance & Accounting processes, the architect will collaborate with stakeholders to develop industry-specific solutions and drive digital finance initiatives. This role requires extensive knowledge in Oracle SaaS Cloud and strong communication skills to challenge traditional approaches and propose innovative solutions.
Cognizant Technology Solutions is looking for an Oracle Cloud Finance Functional Architect to join in our team of IT professionals in a permanent role. If you meet our background requirements and skills and are looking for an opportunity with these skills and expertise, here is the ideal opportunity for you!
Cognizant’s Oracle practice is part of our Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) unit. As a part of Oracle, you will assist our clients in navigating today’s digital shift. Our expertise spans the entire Oracle Stack, from engagement to transaction processing to modernizing core systems. We’re ahead of the curve in leveraging cloud, social and mobile enterprise application platforms to drive innovation and efficiency.
We pride ourselves on having extensive experience working with clients in all major markets. Our delivery model is infused with a distinct culture of high customer happiness. We consistently deliver positive relationships, cost reductions and business results.
Role: Oracle Cloud Finance Functional Architect
Location: Atlanta, GA or Remote with Milestone Travel
Job Summary:
The Oracle Cloud Finance Functional Architect role involves leading the design and execution of complex programs across various industry verticals, focusing on Finance & Accounting processes, and securing buy-in from client stakeholders by understanding customer needs and delivering value through solutions. The role requires deep technology and solution knowledge in Oracle SaaS Cloud, experience in delivering multiple transformation programs in Oracle Cloud and Oracle EBS/PeopleSoft, with expertise in the Finance domain. Additionally, the role demands strong communication skills, the ability to propose functional solutions based on relevant technology tools within the Oracle ecosystem, and the capability to challenge the status quo and bring out new solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead design and execution of the complex programs across industry vertical customer’s Finance & Accounting processes, and securing buy-in from client stakeholders. This needs to be driven from the perspective of an understanding of customer needs and how our solutions best bring them value.
- Lead consulting and advisory on delivering roadmap and execution of NextGen digital finance programs, M&A initiatives undertaken by client.
- Identify, collaborate influence key stakeholders – Client business & IT stakeholders, internal teams - to design of Industry point solutions to influence new business.
- As an established Oracle ERP Cloud specialist, the incumbent should leverage their expertise to:
- Shape, develop and deliver the appropriate industry point solutions aimed at specific customer challenges, for targeted personas and business at large.
- Construct high quality proposals and facilitate / lead client interactions.
- Anchor solutions for large, complex deals by bringing together the independent solutions from Oracle technology scape by translating the prospective client business / IT needs into logical solution blocks with clear business value articulation.
- Drive knowledge management in Finance domain sharing solutions, best practice across functional teams.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Deep technology/solution knowledge in Oracle SaaS Cloud with industry specialization in at least 2 industry verticals.
- Experience in delivering multiple transformation program in Oracle Cloud (at least 2 programs) and (or) Oracle EBS / PeopleSoft.
- Expertise in Finance domain and along with familiarity in Supply chain processes and its larger orchestration from finance perspective.
- Ability to propose point functional solutions based on relevant technology tools that are available within Oracle eco system.
- Good architecture and system design knowledge to build highly scalable business solutions.
- Very strong communication skills - both written and oral.
- Ability to challenge the status quo and bring out new solutions.
- 12+ years of IT experience with a minimum of 8+ years in client facing consulting roles.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Industry specific knowledge of at least 2 verticals.
- 2+ years of experience in Finance and Accounting Domain.
- Exposure in Analytics, RPA and process mining concept and tools.
- High level understanding / appreciation of global accounting standards specifically IFRS / US GAAP.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until 12/23//2024.
The annual salary for this position is between $112,500/Year to $132,000/Year depending on the experience and other qualifications of the candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Keywords:
Oracle Cloud, Finance Architect, SaaS, Digital Transformation, Financial Services, ERP Solutions, Stakeholder Management, IT Consulting, Cloud Technology, Business Solutions
