AVP - EPM

Strategy & Leadership

• Execute the EPM systems roadmap, aligning with organization goals and enterprise digital transformation initiatives
• Lead end-to-end design and governance of Oracle Fusion EPM solutions across FCCS, ARCS, PCMCS, PBCS, Narrative Reporting and implementation of new modules in future
• Own the EPM roadmap, drive platform modernisation, and ensure alignment with enterprise digital transformation goals
• Partner with GT and Corporate leadership to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions
• Manage delivery across global teams, ensuring SLA adherence, audit compliance, and operational excellence.
• Drive innovation culture, embracing AI and next-gen technologies and establish leading industry practices
• Engage, mentor and coach team of and provide them with a meaningful career path
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management, communicating progress, risks, and innovation opportunities
• Handling external OEMs and service providers

1. Technical Skills

• Deep hands-on expertise in Oracle Fusion EPM modules — FCCS (consolidation), ARCS (reconciliation), PCMCS (cost management), PBCS (planning & budgeting), and Narrative Reporting
• Strong command of FDM/FDMEE, data integration, dimension design, business rules, and security configurations
• Proficiency in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, REST APIs, and EPM Automate
• Working knowledge of adjacent platforms such as ERP Fusion, Essbase, and BI reporting tools
• Sound understanding of industry standard frameworks in Oracle Fusion Cloud (ERP)
• Expertise in Finance Close and Reporting Process Transition/Automation
• Ability to design cross-functional solution encompassing process, data and technology solutions
• Understanding of SOX and other compliance standards around Financial Systems

1. Other Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong program management discipline, with a focus on delivery velocity, adoption, and cost efficiency.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional, geographically distributed teams with clarity and composure
• Strong problem-solving mindset, executive presence, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Collaborative, resilient under pressure, and committed to continuous learning and knowledge-sharing across the organisation
• Knowledge of basic and advanced delivery tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and Visio

1. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders – Head of Controllership, Procurement, Taxation, FP&A and their direct reports
• Cross-functional teams – HR, Legal, LIFE, Growth Office, Internal Audit
• OEMs
• Consulting Firms and Service Providers

1. Innovation & Emerging Technology

• Innovative mindset with a passion for exploring AI and emerging technologies . Stay ahead of emerging technology trends and progressively implement them in Finance Systems
• GenAI-Powered Finance Intelligence: Leverage Generative AI and machine learning to automate financial commentary, enhance forecasting accuracy, and accelerate the month-end close and consolidation cycle within Oracle EPM platforms
• Intelligent Automation & Integration: Drive adoption of REST APIs, EPM Automate, and Oracle Integration Cloud to eliminate manual interventions, streamline cross-platform data flows, and build scalable, low-touch EPM operating models across global finance functions

Oracle Innovation Adoption: Proactively evaluate and deploy Oracle Fusion EPM's latest capabilities, including Redwood UX, AI-assisted reconciliations in ARCS, and predictive planning in PBCS, ensuring EXL remains at the forefront of enterprise performance management best practices. Champion AI-augmented Finance Systems

Strategy & Leadership

• Execute the EPM systems roadmap, aligning with organization goals and enterprise digital transformation initiatives
• Lead end-to-end design and governance of Oracle Fusion EPM solutions across FCCS, ARCS, PCMCS, PBCS, Narrative Reporting and implementation of new modules in future
• Own the EPM roadmap, drive platform modernisation, and ensure alignment with enterprise digital transformation goals
• Partner with GT and Corporate leadership to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions
• Manage delivery across global teams, ensuring SLA adherence, audit compliance, and operational excellence.
• Drive innovation culture, embracing AI and next-gen technologies and establish leading industry practices
• Engage, mentor and coach team of and provide them with a meaningful career path
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management, communicating progress, risks, and innovation opportunities
• Handling external OEMs and service providers

1. Technical Skills

• Deep hands-on expertise in Oracle Fusion EPM modules — FCCS (consolidation), ARCS (reconciliation), PCMCS (cost management), PBCS (planning & budgeting), and Narrative Reporting
• Strong command of FDM/FDMEE, data integration, dimension design, business rules, and security configurations
• Proficiency in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, REST APIs, and EPM Automate
• Working knowledge of adjacent platforms such as ERP Fusion, Essbase, and BI reporting tools
• Sound understanding of industry standard frameworks in Oracle Fusion Cloud (ERP)
• Expertise in Finance Close and Reporting Process Transition/Automation
• Ability to design cross-functional solution encompassing process, data and technology solutions
• Understanding of SOX and other compliance standards around Financial Systems

1. Other Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong program management discipline, with a focus on delivery velocity, adoption, and cost efficiency.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional, geographically distributed teams with clarity and composure
• Strong problem-solving mindset, executive presence, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Collaborative, resilient under pressure, and committed to continuous learning and knowledge-sharing across the organisation
• Knowledge of basic and advanced delivery tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and Visio

1. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders – Head of Controllership, Procurement, Taxation, FP&A and their direct reports
• Cross-functional teams – HR, Legal, LIFE, Growth Office, Internal Audit
• OEMs
• Consulting Firms and Service Providers

1. Innovation & Emerging Technology

• Innovative mindset with a passion for exploring AI and emerging technologies . Stay ahead of emerging technology trends and progressively implement them in Finance Systems
• GenAI-Powered Finance Intelligence: Leverage Generative AI and machine learning to automate financial commentary, enhance forecasting accuracy, and accelerate the month-end close and consolidation cycle within Oracle EPM platforms
• Intelligent Automation & Integration: Drive adoption of REST APIs, EPM Automate, and Oracle Integration Cloud to eliminate manual interventions, streamline cross-platform data flows, and build scalable, low-touch EPM operating models across global finance functions

Oracle Innovation Adoption: Proactively evaluate and deploy Oracle Fusion EPM's latest capabilities, including Redwood UX, AI-assisted reconciliations in ARCS, and predictive planning in PBCS, ensuring EXL remains at the forefront of enterprise performance management best practices. Champion AI-augmented Finance Systems

• Post Graduate, preference for degree in Computer Science (MCA/BE/BTech) or Finance (CA, CWA, MBA)
• Certification on Oracle EPM
• Program Management like PMP