Manager, Enterprise Performance

Pilot Travel Centers LLC

Knoxville, TN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Skills, Adobe Acrobat, Automation, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Business Analysis, Change Management, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Construction, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Acquisition, Customer Service Operations, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Migration, Data Quality, Data Sets, Data Structures, Database Backup, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Documentation Standards, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Groovy Programming Language, Human Resources, Identify Issues, Legal, Logistics, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Marketing, Metadata, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Oracle Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Retail, Retail Operations, Sales, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Development, Supply Chain Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Transportation and Logistics, Trucking, Vehicle Fleets, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Knoxville, TN
POSTED
30 days ago

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation''s busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Serves as a key leader in Pilots financial operations, overseeing Oracle EPM as the core platform enabling closeout reporting, forecasting, and budgeting. Owns the EPM roadmap, system performance, and team leadership to ensure scalable, high-quality data and reporting solutions. Leads closeout reporting and quarterbacks monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes within EPM, driving cross-functional alignment, data integrity, and actionable insights to support accurate, efficient, and informed financial decision-making.

Essential Functions

  1. Own and execute the strategy, roadmap, and continuous improvement of Oracle EPM as the central platform supporting financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and closeout reporting.

  2. Oversee system administration, data integrity and performance to ensure accurate, reliable and scalable financial data and reporting.

  3. Lead and develop a team responsible for EPM system maintenance, enhancements, and user support, ensuring operational excellence.

  4. Partner with IT, Finance, and external vendors to deliver system enhancements, resolve issues, and optimize platform capabilities.

  5. Manage and support EPM functionality across planning, budgeting, forecasting, consolidations, close management, account reconciliation, and reporting.

  6. Ensure all closeout reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes are effectively executed within Oracle EPM, maintaining consistency and control.

  7. Quarterback monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes, coordinating inputs, timelines, and alignment across stakeholders within the EPM framework.

  8. Support and enhance closeout reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery of insights driven from EPM data.

  9. Drive automation, standardization, and innovation in reporting, leveraging tools such as Narrative Reporting (books, batches, notes).

  10. Establish and maintain system documentation, governance standards, and data structures to ensure reliable and consistent outputs.

  11. Develop and deliver recurring and ad hoc reports, analyses, and data sets directly from EPM to support decision-making.

  12. Build deep expertise in financial hierarchies, structures, and KPIs to ensure accuracy across planning and reporting processes.

  13. Lead system and process improvement initiatives, applying change management to improve efficiency, user adoption, and data quality.

  14. Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, data discrepancies, and user inquiries with minimal disruption.

  15. Collaborate across FP&A, Accounting, and business teams to align financial assumptions, drivers, and outputs within EPM.

  16. Model behaviors that support the companys common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level

  17. Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

  18. Complete other duties as assigned

We are seeking applicants with a local presence in Knoxville, TN or the surrounding communities.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. To be considered you must have the legal right to work in United States without additional sponsorship

Qualifications

  1. Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, Business Analytics, Computer Science or related field required or equivalent combination of education and experience

  2. Minimum 3 years in developing, administration and support of Oracle EPM preferred

  3. Ability to support month-end reporting cycles, including occasional off-business hours

  4. Familiarity with Finance and Accounting principle

Specialized Knowledge

  1. Proficient knowledge of all components of Oracle EPM including metadata administration, outlines, dimensions, complex calculations, business rules, calculation scripts, Groovy, creating snapshots, backups, data and artifact migrations, security setup and configuration, data forms, charts & graphs, menus, task lists, as part of application development and configuration

  2. Proficient knowledge of creating financial reports (PDF), charts, pivots, dashboards, books, batches, snapshot reports, comments etc., using Narrative Reporting

  3. General understanding of ERP and FIS systems required

Competencies

  1. Ability to prioritize, multitask and manage multiple projects successfully in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

  2. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

  3. Ability to communicate (written and verbal) and interact effectively with different levels of the organization to negotiate, problem solve, complete projects and influence decision making

  4. Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

  5. Self-motivated with ability to work both independently and within teams to establish and meet deadlines, goals, and objectives

  6. Excellent customer service skills

Overnight Travel

Overnight travel required is up to 5%

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

  1. General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time

  2. Able to work evenings, weekends and odd hours as needed

About the Company

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Pilot Travel Centers LLC

Our care and commitment to our employees comes from a deeply rooted history that started nearly 60 years ago when James Haslam II opened the first Pilot in Gate City, VA. Since that opening we have celebrated many accomplishments and have stayed true to our mission of "Connecting people and places with comfort, care and a smile at every stop." We are proud to be family owned and we welcome each new team member as part of the family.

Pilot Flying J is one of the best retail and restaurant employers in North America. If you enjoy working in a hands-on, high-energy environment, apply for one of our jobs today and join the Pilot Flying J family! We offer both full and part-time positions with plenty of growth opportunities. Please visit our Careers website for more information, including videos, testimonials, and current openings.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Travel, Transportation and Tourism
FOUNDED
1958
WEBSITE
http://www.pilotflyingj.com