Financial Applications Specialist

Company: Allspring Global Investments
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: January 26, 2025

Job Description:

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COMPANY
Allspring Global Investments is a leading independent asset management firm that offers a broad range of investment products and solutions designed to help meet clients' goals. At Allspring, our vision is to inspire a new era of investing that pursues both financial returns and positive outcomes. With decades of trusted experience propelling us forward, we strive to build portfolios aimed at generating successful outcomes for our clients. We do this through the independence of thought that powers our investment strategies and by bringing a renewed approach to look around the corner to unlock what's possible. Allspring is a company committed to thoughtful investing, purposeful planning, and the desire to deliver outcomes that expand above and beyond financial gains. For more information, please visit .
At Allspring, unique views inspire us. We leverage the diversity of people, ideas, and skills to help our clients pursue their financial goals. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool that enables us to better serve our global client base. Intentionally fostering a diverse and inclusive culture allows us to empower innovation, productivity, and engagement. It's also essential for elevating the experience of our clients as well as the communities in which we operate. Thank you for considering Allspring as you explore the next step in your career journey.
POSITION
We are seeking a highly skilled Oracle Financial Applications Specialist to help support and optimize our financial systems to maximize the value of our Oracle investment. This role will focus on building and implementing a strategic roadmap for our financial applications, including Oracle EPM, Oracle Fusion ERP, and EPBCS, as well as integrating PeopleSoft Financials. It will also involve the implementation of new tools as needed by the Finance team. The specialist will work closely with our Finance and engineering and technology teams to ensure our systems align with the organization's objectives.
We currently operate in a hybrid working model, whereby you will be required to work in-office 3 days a week.
Location(s): Boston, MA, Charlotte, NC, Milwaukee, WI

RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Lead the development and implementation of a roadmap for Oracle financial systems, ensuring scalability and alignment with business goals.
  
• Evaluate current Oracle Financial Applications (EPM, Oracle Fusion ERP, and EPBCS) and provide expert recommendations to optimize performance.
  
• Leverage PeopleSoft Financials experience to guide integration and transition efforts as needed.
  
• Identify opportunities to enhance and better utilize Oracle Financial Applications, driving improvements in efficiency and reporting capabilities.
  
• Collaborate with stakeholders across finance, IT, and executive leadership to align technology solutions with business needs.
  
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on best practices for Oracle systems, ensuring optimal configuration and performance.
  
• Assist with training and knowledge transfer to internal teams, ensuring effective use of the Oracle suite of financial applications.
  
• Report directly to the Head of Corporate Enterprise Systems, providing updates and insights on system improvements and project status.
  
  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  
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  • Experience working in a corporate finance environment or within an IT department supporting financial systems.
    
  • Proven experience with Oracle Financial Applications, including EPM, Oracle Fusion ERP, EPBCS and PCMCS.
    
  • Experience with PeopleSoft Financials is required.
    
  • Strong understanding of financial processes and how to leverage technology to improve them.
    
  • Demonstrated experience building roadmaps and strategic plans for financial systems.
    
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex systems and identify optimization opportunities.
    
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
    
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
    
    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    
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    • Knowledge of financial reporting and analytics tools.
      
    • Experience in managing Oracle Cloud implementations or upgrades.
      
      
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