About the Role
This position entails comprehensive management and execution of financial frameworks, processes, and systems for international ports. You will lead the implementation of Oracle Fusion projects, ensuring teams are well-trained and onboarded, while also managing integration with operational systems. Collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders is critical to ensure effective communications and the successful delivery of project milestones.
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Key Responsibilities
- Create and maintain standard financial frameworks for all international ports.
- Own the rollout plan for the portfolio and ensure timely rollout of financial processes and systems for new ports companies globally.
- Ensure local teams are trained and onboarded regarding accounting policies and systems.
- Work with Finance and the ERP vendor to review and design the financial chart of accounts for upload to the new Finance Module.
- Collaborate with HR and the ERP vendor to document the payroll process and related requirements for HR and Payroll modules configuration.
- Manage the overall Oracle Fusion implementation projects in collaboration with the ERP Vendor, Corporate Finance, and IT, from initiation through to closing for international ports.
- Partner with the ERP vendor and IT to design and implement integration between the operational ports systems and Oracle.
- Prepare project documentation for each phase, including timelines, requirements, process maps, solution designs, and change management plans.
- Ensure effective communication and expectations with internal and external stakeholders by chairing and minuting regular project team meetings.
- Ensure quality and timely delivery for all project-related action items and deliverables.
- Track the project schedule against milestones; analyze project progress and costs when necessary and adapt scope, timelines, and costs as needed to meet project requirements.
- Prepare periodic summary progress updates for project sponsors, including completed work, upcoming work, and any associated risks.
People Management Responsibilities
- Provide effective leadership, supervision, and guidance to international teams.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and high performance.
- Ensure effective communication and coordination among the team, as well as with other departments and external partners.
Strategic Responsibilities
- Ensure timely implementation of processes and systems for effective integration of new international ports.
- Maintain a robust performance management framework through appropriate processes and systems.
- Collaborate closely with other departments to ensure that the company's financial goals are consistently met.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or any relevant Master’s degree is a plus.
- Chartered accountancy or suitable accounting qualification is essential (CPA or CFA).
