Business Analyst - Fusion Financials/Procurement

Business Analyst - Fusion Financials/Procurement

Job Title: Business Analyst - Fusion Financials/Procurement

Job Location: Dubai

Job Purpose: We are seeking to engage an experienced Analyst with strong expertise in Oracle Fusion Financials/Procurement and a deep understanding of accounting and reporting, Procurement processes within the Banking and Financial sector. The ideal candidate should possess solid knowledge of Financial processes and Procurement processes, having understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, GL, Fixed Assets, VAT, Budgetary controls, Procure to Pay Process, Sourcing process, Contracts process, Supplier management process, etc. The role will focus on ensuring smooth implementation of Fusion ERP and Support for UAT for financial/procurement modules within the Fusion suite.

Reports Directly To: Program Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the PgM (Program Manager) in managing the implementation of Oracle Fusion Financials, ensuring alignment with the bank's accounting and reporting requirements.
• Assist the PgM in managing the implementation of Oracle Fusion Procurement, ensuring alignment with the bank's procurement policies and reporting requirements.
• Work closely with the PgM, Implementation Partner, and Business teams of Finance and Procurement during all phases of the project.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations and help the Business team in preparing the test scenarios for User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements, translate them into system configurations, and lead UAT for various financial/procurement modules.
• Support the PgM in managing project plans, timelines, and milestones related to the Fusion Financials/Procurement implementation.
• Ensure compliance with internal audit controls and regulatory requirements for financial/procurement processes and reporting.
• Provide end-user training and ongoing support post-go-live.

Problem Solving And Complexity: Having Business Analytics and problem-solving skills in the Banking Domain.

Educational Background And Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance, preferably a Master's degree.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in financial/procurement functions, particularly in the BFSI sector.
• Proven experience in implementing Oracle Fusion Financials, including P2P, fixed assets, and lease accounting.
• Experience with VAT and UAT processes in financial/procurement systems.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in Oracle Fusion Financials, including modules like General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, and Budgetary Controls.
• Strong knowledge of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle, VAT requirements, and their implementation in Fusion Financials.
• Basic technical skills of Oracle Fusion to do configurations and minor changes.

Functional Skills:

• Strong understanding of financial and procurement modules and banking regulations.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with finance, procurement, and IT teams.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Certification: Certified in Fusion Financials/Procurement

Skills: Fixed assets, internal audit controls, accounts payable, UAT, supplier management, business analytics, VAT requirements, accounting and reporting, contracts process, problem-solving skills, Oracle Fusion Procurement, Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle, sourcing process, procurement processes, general ledger, budgetary controls, accounts receivable, analytical skills, communication skills, Fusion ERP, Oracle Fusion, Fusion Financials, user acceptance testing.