Oracle ERP Fusion Finance Stream Lead _ Hybrid ALSIP, IL _ 15+ years experience required_

Hiring for Oracle Finance Stream Lead

Willing to be onsite in Chicago area for 20 % of the time.

Candidate must be in the US and not in Canada.

15 + years of experienced candidate

Client is looking for an Oracle Finance Stream Lead for a 12+ month project located in ALSIP, IL.

Title: Oracle Finance Stream Lead

Location: Hybrid ALSIP, IL

Duration: 12 months

Description:

• Lead the design and implementation of end-to-end financial processes within the Oracle Fusion ERP system.
• Collaborate with the System Integrator (SI) to ensure all financial requirements are accurately captured and integrated into the system.
• Ensure the ERP system supports essential financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, reporting, and financial controls.
• Oversee the validation of financial data to ensure accuracy and completeness throughout the ERP implementation process.
• Work closely with the SI to develop and execute comprehensive data migration plans.
• Ensure data integrity is maintained during the data migration process.
• Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders, including finance and business teams, to gather system requirements and provide updates on project progress.
• Advise and guide stakeholders, challenging and influencing practices to ensure future-state designs are optimized for efficiency and end-user experience.
• Facilitate clear communication between the finance teams, project teams, and SI to ensure alignment.
• Ensure the Oracle ERP system adheres to financial regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Identify potential risks associated with the ERP implementation and work proactively to mitigate them.
• Ensure that financial processes and systems are designed in a way that minimizes risk and supports long-term compliance.
• Co-design and co-deliver training programs for finance staff on the new ERP system.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to finance users post-implementation to ensure successful adoption and usage of the new system.
• Work closely with other project streams, including PMO, technical, functional, data, and change management teams, to ensure a cohesive approach across the project.
• Collaborate with the SI to align on project goals, deliverables, and timelines, ensuring financial processes are implemented smoothly and effectively.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in finance roles, with at least 1 full ERP implementation cycle.
• Proven track record in managing financial processes and validating financial data in ERP implementations.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, regulations, and standards, including value chain management and financial controls.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial software, with specific experience in Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP preferred.
• Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent preferred.
• Experience working in a global or multinational organization is advantageous.