Shield AI

ERP Admin, Finance & Project Functional Lead (R5061)

Shield AI$110K — $170K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of ERP financial systems experience
  • Deep understanding of cost accounting and project accounting
  • Experience in government contracting or regulated manufacturing
  • Hands-on Oracle Fusion Financials experience
  • DCAA audit exposure (preferred)
  • CPA or equivalent certification (preferred)
  • Oracle Cloud Certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Own and optimize Oracle Fusion Financials and Project Portfolio Management
  • Ensure financial accuracy and compliance with government contracts
  • Manage indirect rate structures and cost pools
  • Lead financial process design workshops
  • Drive quarterly Oracle update impact analysis
  • Identify and remediate system control gaps
  • Leverage AI/ML capabilities of Oracle Cloud to enhance business processes

Benefits

  • Bonus potential
  • Equity options
  • Standard employee benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans
  • Temporary benefits package after 60 days for temp employees
Full Job Description
Job Description:

We are seeking a Finance & Projects Functional Lead to own and optimize Oracle Fusion Financials and Project Portfolio Management (PPM) in a regulated aerospace & defense manufacturing environment. This role will ensure financial accuracy, government contract compliance, and scalable project accounting processes across the enterprise.

This individual will serve as the primary functional authority for cost accounting, project billing, and revenue recognition within Oracle Fusion.

What you'll do:

Oracle Fusion Module Ownership
  • General Ledger (GL)
  • Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • Fixed Assets
  • Cash Management
  • Cost Accounting
  • Project Portfolio Management (PPM)
  • Revenue Management (if applicable)

Government & Compliance Responsibilities
  • Support DCAA audit requirements
  • Manage indirect rate structures and cost pools
  • Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS cost principles
  • Support government contract billing accuracy
  • Oversee subledger-to-GL reconciliation integrity

Operational Leadership
  • Lead financial process design workshops
  • Drive quarterly Oracle update impact analysis
  • Partner with Finance leadership during close cycles
  • Define and validate UAT scenarios
  • Identify and remediate system control gaps
  • Leverage Oracle Cloud's embedded AI/ML capabilities (e.g., predictive analytics, intelligent automation, and anomaly detection) to enhance business processes, improve data-driven decision-making, and drive operational efficiency.


Required qualifications:

  • 8+ years of ERP financial systems experience
  • Deep understanding of cost accounting and project accounting
  • Experience in government contracting or regulated manufacturing
  • Hands-on Oracle Fusion Financials experience


Preferred qualifications:

  • DCAA audit exposure
  • CPA or equivalent certification
  • Experience supporting revenue recognition (ASC 606)
  • Oracle Cloud Certification
  • Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting


Success Metrics:

  • On-time and accurate financial close
  • Clean audit results
  • Reduced manual journal entries
  • Stable project billing operations
  • High user adoption and minimal workarounds


$110,000 - $170,000 a year

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

About Shield AI

Shield AI is a defense technology company that develops artificially intelligent systems for military applications. The company was founded in 2015 by Brandon Tseng, Ryan Tseng, and Andrew Reiter, and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Shield AI's products include autonomous drones and software that can be used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and other military operations. The company's mission is to reduce the number of military casualties by providing soldiers with better intelligence and situational awareness. Shield AI has received funding from a number of investors, including Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund.
Learn more about Shield AI
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2015

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