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Oracle Principal Functional Architect - 00070441381

00070441381

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Functional Architect - Oracle Financials Cloud to lead large-scale finance transformation initiatives for global clients. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise across Oracle Cloud Financials modules, strong consulting capabilities, and a proven track record of delivering complex enterprise solutions that optimize financial operations, enhance reporting, and support business growth.

In This Role You Will

  • Lead end-to-end Oracle Financials Cloud solution architecture across Receivables, Payables, General Ledger, Cash Management, Assets, and Expenses.
  • Partner with finance, accounting, and treasury stakeholders to gather requirements and define future-state financial processes.
  • Design scalable and standardized Oracle Cloud Financials configurations that support global business operations and compliance needs.
  • Drive implementation activities including solution design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-production support.
  • Define integration requirements between Oracle Financials Cloud and other enterprise applications.
  • Lead system integration testing and user acceptance testing activities while ensuring solution quality and business readiness.
  • Develop functional specifications, solution documentation, process flows, and configuration workbooks.
  • Collaborate with analytics teams to deliver financial reporting solutions, dashboards, and KPI frameworks.
  • Provide strategic guidance on financial process optimization and industry best practices.
  • Manage functional risks, support release planning activities, and ensure successful project delivery.
  • Mentor consultants and project team members on Oracle Financials Cloud capabilities and implementation methodologies.
  • Support change management, training, and user adoption initiatives to maximize business value.
  • Ensure compliance with financial controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
  • Lead data migration validation, reconciliation efforts, and cutover planning activities.
  • Engage with executive stakeholders to communicate solution recommendations and project outcomes.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote reusable implementation standards and best practices.

Work Model

Hybrid - Atlanta, GA

What You Need to Have to Be Considered

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 16+ years of experience delivering Oracle Financials solutions and finance transformation programs.
  • Deep functional expertise in Oracle Cloud Financials, including Receivables, Payables, General Ledger, Cash Management, Assets, and Expenses.
  • Extensive experience with solution design, configuration, testing, deployment, and production support.
  • Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, controls, reconciliations, and period-end close processes.
  • Experience leading large-scale Oracle Cloud Financials implementations for global organizations.
  • Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and translate business requirements into scalable solutions.
  • Experience with financial data migration, reconciliation, and cutover planning activities.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within hybrid delivery environments and cross-functional teams.

These Will Help You Stand Out

  • Oracle Cloud Financials certifications.
  • Experience leading finance transformation programs in consulting environments.
  • Expertise in financial reporting, analytics, and KPI development.
  • Experience integrating Oracle Financials Cloud with other enterprise platforms.
  • Strong knowledge of industry-leading financial processes and best practices.
  • Experience mentoring teams and leading functional architecture decisions.
  • Ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives.
  • Track record of delivering successful global Oracle Cloud Financials implementations.

Additional Information

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $116,100 - $156,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits:

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan and Contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer:

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

About Cognizant: 
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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