Oracle Financial Functional Stream Lead (F2M)

Organizational Context

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a UN-related organization established in 1951, facilitates humane and orderly migration. IOM is undergoing a Business Transformation (BT) initiative, updating its systems with Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP and EPM to create a fit-for-future global working model known as Wave. This role supports the Chief, Corporate Solutions Unit (CSU).

Job Purpose

The Oracle Financial Functional Stream Lead (Finance to Manage) is responsible for ensuring the ERP solution, Wave, meets organizational performance objectives and aligns with evolving requirements. This role ensures the system remains technically sound through continuous platform updates and business improvements. The Lead will manage and enhance IOM’s system-based finance processes, including cost objects, commitment tracking, financial monitoring, accounts payable, payment processing, settlement, and reporting. They will collaborate with the Department of Finance and Administrative Management (DFAM) and the global F2M community to address user needs and proactively resolve issues, ensuring the continuity and effectiveness of F2M-related systems.

Responsibilities

Lead the Finance to Manage (F2M) stream as the focal point for managing and enhancing IOM’s system-based finance processes, including cost objects, commitment tracking, financial monitoring, accounts payable, payment processing, settlement, and reporting. Collaborate with the Department of Finance and Administrative Management (DFAM) and the global F2M community to understand financial management contexts, address user needs, and resolve issues. Prioritize and manage contracted resources to ensure timely and accurate delivery of requirements. Ensure continuity of F2M systems, monitor software upgrades, conduct regression testing, manage cloud platforms, and oversee vendor activities. Analyze end-user support requests and defect resolutions to ensure user satisfaction and operational requirements. Manage business relationships with stakeholders, define solution demands, report on service quality, and coordinate issue resolution. Lead the change process lifecycle, including business analysis, process improvement, and change management activities, ensuring cross-functional integration and compatibility. Liaise with ICT Enterprise Architects to align F2M solutions with overall architectural goals. Prepare and maintain technical and user documentation. Manage all related tasks and operations, tracking progress against plans and service levels. Promote change acceptance and ensure smooth implementation of system and process changes.

Work Experience

Extensive experience in accounting and financial management, including consolidation, analysis, process design, master data management, and reporting in a large organization. Experience implementing financial controls and extensive experience with ERP software/systems. Direct experience in an ERP implementation and accounting structure setup is a distinct advantage.

Skills

Expertise in Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP for finance, planning, budgeting, project resource management, and reporting. Strong communication skills for clear written and verbal presentations. Ability to conduct analyses and edit various materials. Knowledge of Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP modules, configuration, and operation. Practical knowledge of IPSAS accounting standards is advantageous.

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