Senior Manager ERP

Overview

1. Strategy, Policies & Procedures

• Lead the Oracle Fusion ERP strategy (Finance & HCM), ensuring alignment with digital transformation and operating model requirements.
• Drive centralization and standardization of Finance and HR systems across entities.
• Establish ERP governance frameworks, including data standards, access controls, and compliance.
• Enhance business processes through automation, improved workflows, and system capabilities.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

2. Systems Management & Optimization

• Lead configuration and optimization of Oracle Fusion ERP (Finance & HCM modules).
• Manage Finance modules including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Cash Management, and Intercompany.
• Oversee HCM modules including Core HR, Payroll, Absence Management, Time & Labor, and Talent Management.
• Lead ERP reconfiguration for multi-entity structures, including chart of accounts and reporting hierarchies.
• Manage system upgrades, patches, and enhancements with minimal disruption.
• Lead ERP-related projects including integrations, reporting automation, and payroll enhancements.

3. Integration & Data Management

• Manage integrations between ERP and operational systems to automate financial and HR processes.
• Ensure payroll configuration aligns with UAE labor law and regulatory requirements.
• Automate payroll-finance integration, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Maintain high data integrity and governance across Finance and HR systems.

4. Application Support

• Oversee ERP support services, ensuring timely issue resolution and adherence to SLAs.
• Act as the key liaison between Finance, HR, and IT for system-related matters.

5. User Enablement & Documentation

• Develop and maintain system documentation, process maps, and training materials.
• Lead user training and change management initiatives to drive adoption and efficiency.

6. Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with UAE payroll regulations, corporate tax, VAT, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain proper system controls, security roles, and segregation of duties.

7. Reporting

• Deliver integrated reporting across Finance and HR, supporting strategic decision-making.

8. Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for Finance, HR, and IT stakeholders.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure seamless system integration and reporting alignment.

9. Talent Management

• Lead and develop the team, ensuring high performance and alignment with strategic objectives.

10. Additional Responsibilities

• Perform any other duties as assigned by the line manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA) preferred.
• Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2) is an advantage.

Experience

• 8–10 years of ERP functional experience with strong exposure to Finance and HCM modules.
• Proven experience in ERP implementations or reconfigurations in multi-entity environments.
• Strong knowledge of finance processes (record-to-report, procure-to-pay, order-to-cash) and HR processes (hire-to-retire, payroll).
• Experience with system integrations and regulatory compliance within the UAE.
• Experience in logistics, postal, or government-related sectors is preferred.