Project Financial Analyst

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Merative is seeking a Project Financial Analyst to join our Quote to Cash organization, with a focus on managing service contracts through the Oracle Project Portfolio Management (PPM) and Oracle Time & Labor (OTL) modules. This is a complex, non-routine role that supports time-tracked service engagements and involves guiding a team of contractors through day-to-day transactional activities.

Success in this role requires a strong understanding of end-to-end order to cash processes, exceptional coordination skills, and the ability to lead a remote team effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of contractors supporting transactional work in Oracle PPM and OTL.

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of project accounts in PPM and charge codes in OTL.

• Serve as the main point of contact for PPM and OTL inquiries from employees and contractors.

• Coordinate with Project Managers to ensure accurate reporting, forecasting, and invoicing.

• Facilitate recurring meetings with Project Managers and Service teams to maintain up-to-date project information in Oracle for month-end reporting.

• Collaborate with all roles across the Opportunity to Cash (O2C) organization to streamline communication and ensure process efficiency.

• Support ongoing improvements and enhancements to the Oracle PPM and OTL systems.

• Apply knowledge of accounting and revenue recognition rules to ensure compliance.

• Provide support during audits related to PPM and OTL data and processes.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree, or 5–8 years of relevant work experience.

• Minimum of 2 years working directly in Oracle ERP systems.

• Strong understanding of the Order to Cash lifecycle.

• Experience leading remote, cross-functional teams across time zones, including international.

• Skilled at coordinating with multiple departments to ensure aligned and efficient operations.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.

• Proven leadership in using management systems to drive data-informed decision-making.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners.

• Self-starter capable of handling complex responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity in , SharePoint, Oracle ERP, and Microsoft Office 365.

• Experience in developing and maintaining accurate reporting tools.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Relevant experience to be taken into consideration in place of degree.

Note:

• This role requires Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00 ET schedule (or comparable).

• Flexibility to work remotely or in a Merative office, but onsite may be required at times.

It is the policy of Merative to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, HIV status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Merative will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.