Oracle Cloud Core HR Lead

Job Description

Applications Software Technology (AST) was founded on one simple thought, we put our people and our customers first, and you can never lose. AST is a globally recognized award-winning full-service enterprise cloud transformation and systems integrator, specializing in Oracle Cloud, Salesforce, NetSuite, and JD Edwards, serving clients in the Public and Commercial Sectors for over 28 years. Clients look to AST for leadership and assistance in systems integration, business process redesign, project management, systems administration, and training. From on-premise applications to modern cloud technology, AST's services encompass all aspects of Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Performance Management, Customer Experience, and Middleware. AST also offers flexible Managed Services, supporting the needs of over 200 Public Sector and Commercial customers around the globe. If you're someone with energy, drive, and creativity, AST might be the place for you.

AST was founded on one simple thought, put our people and our customers first and you can never lose. We are strategic contributors, partnering with forward-thinking organizations to pursue leading-edge digital transformation, process re-engineering, and technology solutions. If you're someone with energy, drive, and creativity, AST might be the place for you.

Currently, we are looking for a talented Oracle HCM Cloud Core HR Lead to join our team! This is a full-time position that will provide subject matter expertise, advisory and implementation support in the areas of Oracle HCM Cloud (Core HR within a K12 client environment). This position can sit anywhere in the United States or Canada; however, the interested candidate must be open to travel during the most critical phases of the project implementation lifecycle.

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the Functional Expert and Trusted Advisor in the implementation and support of Oracle HCM Cloud (Core HR) implementation projects.
• Gain the trust of the client, project team members and leadership team to ensure a successful project delivery
• Provide best practice guidance on leading recruitment and onboarding modern business processes so that clients can transform their business using Core HR and Workforce Compensation Cloud
• Lead design and discovery workshops to define business requirements. Conduct gap analysis between delivered functionality, client requirements and recommend solutions
• Gather and interpret business requirements to appropriate configurations of the Core HR and Workforce Compensation modules. Lead the testing events associated with the project delivery cycle.
• Stay abreast of leading industry trends and Oracle features to give the clients the best solutions for their needs.
• Ability to understand integrations with other modules with Oracle suite of modules.
• Ability to work with other team members in configuring the Fusion Cloud Applications
• Ability to travel during the most critical phases of the project, if requested
• Coordinate efforts between other business lines and AST consultants to implement the best solution for the client.
• Work with the Technical Practice to provide guidance on data conversions, integrations and reporting.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Specialization in Business or HR Management.
• Minimum 7 years of experience as an Oracle HCM Cloud Implementation Lead with current Core HR in a client facing functional advisory and/or consulting role
• Minimum of 3 full life cycle Core HR Cloud Implementations.
• Current Oracle Cloud Certification in Global HR and/or other HCM Cloud modules; required
• Proven ability to lead, manage and deliver full lifecycle projects through analysis, design, configuration, testing and cutover.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle HCM Cloud Tools such as HCM Extracts and HDL (highly preferred)
• Cross functional knowledge in other Oracle HCM modules (ORC, Benefits, Payroll); highly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Public Sector (K12 Educational Sector, Federal/State/Local) experience highly preferred. Private Sector experienced considered.

Our Culture: At AST, people make the difference. We've discovered over our 25 years in business, the more we invest in our talent, the greater the return. We foster a culture of trust, ownership, and innovation at every level of the organization. All doors are open and everyone's ideas matter, giving our people the ability to quickly understand our customers' needs and translate those needs into action. While we celebrate individual wins, we always strive for shared success. We are One AST.

Statement of Non-Discrimination: AST is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law.

Responsibilities

Applications Software Technology (AST) was founded on one simple thought, we put our people and our customers first, and you can never lose. AST is a globally recognized award-winning full-service enterprise cloud transformation and systems integrator, specializing in Oracle Cloud, Salesforce, NetSuite, and JD Edwards, serving clients in the Public and Commercial Sectors for over 28 years. Clients look to AST for leadership and assistance in systems integration, business process redesign, project management, systems administration, and training. From on-premise applications to modern cloud technology, AST's services encompass all aspects of Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Performance Management, Customer Experience, and Middleware. AST also offers flexible Managed Services, supporting the needs of over 200 Public Sector and Commercial customers around the globe. If you're someone with energy, drive, and creativity, AST might be the place for you.

Currently, we are looking for a talented Oracle Cloud Benefits Lead, who is clever, curious and energized by solving problems and improving our customers' lives. You'll collaborate with a talented and supportive team to continuously deliver new and exciting innovations to our clients. This position requires travel in the US to support client project requirements as needed.

This position can sit anywhere in the United States or Canada; however, the interested candidate must be open to travel during the most critical phases of the project implementation lifecycle.

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the Functional Leadand Trusted Advisor in the implementation and support of Oracle HCM Cloud (Core HR, Compensation) implementation projects.
• Gain the trust of the client, project team members and leadership team to ensure a successful project delivery.
• Lead design and discovery workshops to define business requirements. Conduct gap analysis between delivered functionality, client requirements and recommend solutions
• Gather and interpret business requirements to appropriate configurations of the Core HR, Compensation modules. Lead the testing events associated with the project delivery cycle.
• Stay abreast of leading industry trends and Oracle features to give the clients the best solutions for their needs.
• Ability to understand integrations with other modules with Oracle suite of modules.
• Ability to work with other team members in configuring the Fusion Cloud Applications
• Ability to travel during the most critical phases of the project, if requested
• Coordinate efforts between other business lines and AST consultants to implement the best solution for the client.
• Work with the Technical Practice to provide guidance on data conversions, integrations and reporting.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Or relevant work experience required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as an Oracle HCM Cloud Implementation Lead and/or Solution Architect with current Core HR and Compensation experience in a client facing, functional advisory and/or consulting role
• Minimum of5 full life cycle HCM Cloud Implementations with a minimumof3 full life cycle implementations solely focused on Core HR, Workforce Compensation and Benefits.
• Strong ability lead Cloud Core HR, ideal if consultant can also lead Compensation
• Current Oracle Cloud Certification in Payroll, Global HR and/or other HCM Cloud modules ideal
• Proven ability to lead, manage and deliver full lifecycle projects through analysis, design, configuration, testing and cutover.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle HCM Cloud Tools such as HCM Extracts and HDL (highly preferred)
• Cross functional knowledge in other Oracle HCM modules (ORC, Time & Labor, Payroll); highly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience leading a project team in a delivery role; required.
• Public Sector (K12 Educational Sector, Federal/State/Local) experience highly preferred. Private Sector experienced considered.

What We Bring:

At AST, people are the center of everything we do, and we work to provide you with benefits beyond a paycheck. We strive to develop and recognize our people at all levels and give them the rewards they deserve. We offer full benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement/401k, disability, life insurance, and unlimited PTO for all our North American employees to balance your work and life. We also offer additional benefits, such as commuter benefits, legal insurance, pet insurance, sabbatical leave, education reimbursement, parental leave, and much more.

Our Culture:

At AST, people are the center of everything we do. In over 28 years of business, we know that putting our people first is the key to success. Our passion for people has earned us multiple awards. Here are some of the most recent:

• 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Remote Work by Energage
• 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Innovation by Energage
• 2023 National Cultural Excellence for DE&I Practices by Energage
• 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Leadership by Energage
• 2023 Chicago Tribune Top Workplaces by Energage (5th consecutive year)
• 2022 Top Workplaces in the Nation by Energage
• 2022 National Cultural Excellence for Leadership by Energage
• 2022 National Cultural Excellence for Innovation by Energage
• 2022 Dallas Fort Worth's 2022 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for by National Association for Business Resources (NABR)

We foster a culture of trust, ownership, and innovation at every level of the organization. All doors are open and everyone's ideas matter, giving our people the ability to quickly understand our customers' needs and translate those needs into action. While we celebrate individual wins, we always strive for shared success. We are One AST.

Statement of Non-Discrimination: We value global diversity and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other. AST is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law.