Principal Consultant

We are seeking an experienced Oracle HCM Functional Consultant with a strong background in implementing and supporting Time and Labor (T&L) and Absence Management modules. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Oracle HCM Cloud and a proven track record of working on full-cycle implementations, business process analysis, configuration, testing, and user support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implementation and Configuration:
  • Lead the implementation of Oracle HCM Time and Labor (T&L) and Absence Management modules for clients.
  • Work closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and configure solutions that meet the client's needs.
  • Conduct workshops and training sessions to gather functional requirements and document business processes.
  • Configure T&L and Absence modules in Oracle HCM Cloud to meet organizational requirements.
  • Set up absence types, accrual policies, time entry rules, and approval hierarchies within the application.
• Testing and Validation:
  • Perform unit testing, system integration testing (SIT), and user acceptance testing (UAT) for T&L and Absence Management configurations.
  • Identify and troubleshoot issues during testing and provide solutions to ensure the system meets functional specifications.
• End-User Support and Training:
  • Provide post-implementation support and troubleshooting to ensure smooth operations of the Time and Labor and Absence Management modules.
  • Prepare and deliver end-user training materials and conduct training sessions for client teams.
• System Integration and Data Migration:
  • Work with technical teams to integrate Time and Labor and Absence Management modules with other HCM or ERP modules (e.g., Payroll, Benefits, HR, etc.).
  • Assist in data migration activities from legacy systems to Oracle HCM Cloud.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Stay updated with new releases, features, and best practices for Oracle HCM.
  • Work with clients to recommend and implement process improvements using Oracle Cloud functionality.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Document functional designs, configurations, and process flows related to Time and Labor and Absence Management.
  • Provide regular status reports to the project manager and ensure the timely delivery of milestones.

Key Requirements:

• Experience:
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience as an Oracle HCM Functional Consultant, specifically with the Time and Labor and Absence Management modules.
  • Experience in at least 2-3 full lifecycle Oracle HCM Cloud implementations (or large-scale upgrades) is required.
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of Oracle HCM Cloud functionality, especially related to Time and Labor, Absence Management, and Workforce Management.
  • In-depth knowledge of absence types, time entry rules, absence accrual policies, timecards, schedules, and absence approvals.
  • Proficient in working with integration tools and understanding the integration points between HCM modules.
  • Ability to understand and map complex business processes into Oracle solutions.
  • Experience with Oracle OTBI (Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence) and BIP (BI Publisher) reporting is a plus.
• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certifications (Preferred):
  • Oracle HCM Cloud certification in Time and Labor and Absence Management modules.
• Communication Skills:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients and internal teams.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills:
  • Ability to analyze business requirements and translate them into technical and functional configurations within Oracle HCM.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Time and Labor and Absence Management modules.
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud Security and data security best practices.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum project methodologies.