Corporate Forecasting Manager – Oracle EPM

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Corporate Forecasting Manager to lead and optimize our enterprise-wide forecasting process using Oracle EPM Planning. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of finance, technology, and data science—bringing together deep forecasting expertise, hands-on coding skills, and advanced machine learning capabilities to drive smarter, faster, and more accurate planning decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the corporate forecasting process using Oracle EPM Planning, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strategic alignment.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable EPM models to support dynamic planning, scenario analysis, and rolling forecasts.
• Develop and deploy machine learning models to improve forecast accuracy, detect anomalies, and generate predictive insights.
• Automate data flows and system integrations between Oracle EPM and other enterprise platforms using SQL, Python, and related technologies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to gather requirements, validate assumptions, and ensure model integrity.
• Continuously monitor and enhance forecasting performance through KPI tracking, variance analysis, and process optimization.
• Train and mentor finance teams on EPM tools, forecasting methodologies, and best practices.
• Optimize application performance for data loads, aggregations, calculations, and retrievals.
• Develop and maintain custom business rules, calculation scripts, forms, outlines, load rules, and batch scripts to support budgeting and forecasting needs.
• Manage and monitor Oracle load processes, including ad hoc requests and scheduled nightly loads, ensuring data integrity and timely issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with SOX, internal policies, and change control protocols.
• Implement and maintain narrative reporting and centralized financial reports for executive and operational use.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in FP&A or financial systems management, with full lifecycle implementation experience in Oracle EPM Planning.
• Strong programming skills in calculation manager scripts, groovy, and/or SQL
• Proven experience in machine learning model development for forecasting and predictive analytics.
• Deep understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting principles.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and develop others in Oracle EPM tools and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to define issues and recommend solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to drive collaboration across diverse teams and influence decision-making.
• Hands-on experience with the full suite of Oracle Cloud EPM products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle EPM certification or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Experience with REST API integrations and cloud-based data architecture.

Why Join Us?

• Be a key driver of innovation in financial planning and forecasting.
• Work in a collaborative, high-impact environment with visibility across the organization.
• Leverage cutting-edge technologies to transform how we plan and make decisions.
• Grow your career at the intersection of finance, data science, and enterprise technology.

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