Director Oracle Fusion Project & Portfolio Management (PPM)OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Oracle Fusion PPM Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Enterprise Solutions team. In this critical role, you will be the ultimate authority on our Oracle Fusion Project and Portfolio Management and and its deep integration with the Fixed Assets and Oracle EPM Project Financials Planning modules.
You will lead the functional design, configuration, optimization, and continuous improvement of the Oracle PPM suite. The ideal candidate has expertise in Project Financial Management. This includes Costing, Billing, and Contracts. They also have experience in Project Financial Planning Management, which covers Budget and Forecast. Additionally, they are informed about Capital Projects, such as CIP and Depreciation. They must also understand how PPM integrates with core Financials, Procurement, and HCM.
Key ResponsibilitiesSystem Configuration & Design
- Act as the lead functional architect and configurator for Oracle Cloud PPM modules. Your responsibilities include Project Costing. You will also oversee Project Billing, Project Contracts, Project Control, Project Management, and Project Resource Management.
- Translate complex business requirements from the PMO and Finance teams into scalable, efficient system configurations using the Functional Setup Manager (FSM).
- Lead the design of Project/Task hierarchies, cost breakdown structures, capitalization rules, and complex project billing/revenue recognition rules.
- Design and set up the financial planning processes for projects in EPM. This involves project approvals. It also includes budgeting based on key drivers, forecasting, and scenario modeling.
- Translate complex business requirements from the PMO, FP&A, and Finance teams into scalable system configurations using the Functional Setup Manager (FSM) and EPM workspace.
- Manage the configuration of Capital Projects. This includes setting up rules for asset generation and capitalization (CIP). You will also handle retirement costs and set up Fixed Assets, including Asset Books, Categories, and Depreciation Methods.
- Manage the configuration of Capital Projects. This includes setting up rules for asset generation and capitalization (CIP). You will also oversee retirement costs and Fixed Assets. This involves managing Asset Books, Categories, and Depreciation Methods.
Cross-Functional Integration
- Design and troubleshoot critical integrations between PPM and other Oracle Cloud modules, specifically Financials (GL, AP, AR, FA), Procurement (PO, Requisitions), and HCM (Oracle Time & Labor - OTL).
- Manage the technical and functional data pipeline across the project ecosystem: pushing budgets from EPM to PPM, feeding actuals from PPM back to EPM, and transferring capitalized project costs from PPM to Fixed Assets.
- Ensure seamless data flow for project-related expenses, timecards, supplier invoices, and accounting lines.
- Manage data migrations, mass updates, and project conversions using File-Based Data Import (FBDI) and ADFdi.
Business Partnership & Advisory
- Partner closely with project managers, project accountants, and finance leadership to establish best practices for project tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
- Conduct workshops and gather requirements. Identify process bottlenecks. Suggest solutions using Oracle.
- Drive user adoption by creating functional documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and delivering targeted training to end-users.
Support, Testing & Continuous Improvement
- Lead System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system enhancements and rollout phases.
- Evaluate Oracle's quarterly patch updates, test new PPM features in lower environments, and advise the business on adopting new capabilities to drive efficiency.
- Develop and maintain custom project reports and dashboards using OTBI (Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence) and BI Publisher.
Required QualificationsExperience & Education- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience working with Oracle ERP systems, with a minimum of 3-5 years specifically focused on Oracle Fusion PPM.
- Proven track record of acting as the primary functional lead or SME on at least one (1) full-lifecycle Oracle Cloud PPM implementation.
Technical & Functional Skills- Deep, hands-on configuration expertise across the entire Oracle Fusion PPM suite (Project Financials and Project Execution).
- A strong understanding of project accounting principles is essential. You must know about revenue recognition, capitalization (CIP), cross-charge setups, and overhead allocations.
- Extensive experience with Oracle Subledger Accounting (SLA) as it pertains to project transactions.
- Proficiency in building reports and dashboards using OTBI and BI Publisher.
- Familiarity with Agile project methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for system dependencies and data integrity.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to articulate complex system mechanics to non-technical business leaders.
- Ability to work autonomously, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications- Active Oracle Project Portfolio Management Cloud Implementation Professional certification.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $177,000.00 - 265,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.
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- Generous paid time off.
- An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
- Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
- Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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