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Location:
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Principal Architect ERP
Reports To: AVP and Chief Architect of Corporate Systems
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced ERP Architect with a strong technical background in Oracle Fusion/ Workday applications, focusing on financial modules such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Project Accounting, T&E, Procurement, Expense Allocations, and Reporting. The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience provisioning the systems, designing integrations and reporting solution. Candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide technical expertise, and design innovative solutions that meet our business requirements and transform our financial processes.
Key Responsibilities:
ERP System Design and Development:
Must ramp up and understand organization's existing systems, processes, and business requirements, with a specific focus on Finance processes.
Ability to design and architect global, reliable, and efficient ERP solutions with a focus on minimal customization of financial modules from a technology lense.
Align on the thin-ledger strategy (Global CoV for GL/SL), expense allocation redesign with global stakeholders
Provide expertise in General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Project Accounting, T&E, Procurement, Expense Allocations, and Reporting
Guide the Consolidations implementation from technology perspective.
ERP System Implementation and Configuration:
Develop and maintain documentation for system architecture, design decisions, and processes.
Knowledgeable on how to configure the ERP system to align with the organization's specific business processes and requirements
Ensure technical solution is compliant with industry best practices, security standards, and regulatory requirements, especially in relation to financial data and processes
System Integration and Optimization:
Evaluate existing systems and identify opportunities for system integration and optimization to drive operational efficiency
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless and configurable integration of the ERP system with other applications within the organization's technology landscape to ensure seamless data flow and process efficiency.
Stay updated with emerging ERP trends, tools, and technologies and evaluates their potential benefits for the organization
Understand and apply MetLife standards and architecture provided patterns to the solutions.
Project Management and Leadership:
Works closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, operations, and other key stakeholders, to align project objectives and priorities and translate them into technical solution architecture.
Provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior team members involved in ERP system development and support
Collaborates with external vendors or consultants when necessary, ensuring their deliverables meet the organization's requirements and quality standards
Mentor and guide team members on Oracle Fusion/ Workday ERP functionalities and technical aspects.
Required Skills:
* Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field.
* Should have minimum 5+ years proven experience as a technical ERP Architect leading Oracle Fusion/ Workday Cloud ERP Solutions in Financial Services, strong experience with large global ERP implementation projects
* Well-versed in product architecture and up-to date with latest product offerings
* In-depth understanding of finance processes and ability to design and configure ERP systems to meet financial reporting, analysis, and compliance requirements.
* Familiarity with financial modules of ERP software, such as general ledger, accounts payable, fixed assets, projects, etc. particularly familiarity with Insurance landscape.
* Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and reporting standards relevant to finance such as GAAP, IFRS, SOX, etc.
* Understanding of financial controls and risk management in the context of ERP systems for insurance and understanding of financial business processes and requirements.
* Global implementation experience is required.
Preferred Skills:
* Ability to influence without authority is needed to be successful.
* Certifications in Oracle Fusion/Workday ERP applications.
* Experience working in the insurance industry.
* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
* Ability to lead and work collaboratively in a team environment (this position will be an individual contributor role; however, you will be expected to demonstrate leadership in a cross-functional capacity).
* Knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management.
What We Offer:
* A dynamic and supportive work environment.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
The salary range for applicants for this position is $118,700 - $200,000.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2024 "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces for 2024, as well as the 2024 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For , MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at . This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
$118,700 - $200,000
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