AVP - EPM

EXL; Dadri; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

EXL is seeking a senior EPM leader to drive the Oracle Fusion EPM roadmap across FCCS, ARCS, PCMCS, and PBCS. You will manage global delivery, align with digital transformation goals, and partner with leadership to implement scalable, AI-enhanced finance solutions.

You will mentor teams, ensure SOX/compliance, and engage with OEMs to deliver high-quality results on time.

Qualifications

• Post graduate degree with CS/Finance focus; relevant certifications preferred.
• Oracle EPM certification and PMP desirable.
• Strong leadership and program management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Execute the EPM systems roadmap aligned to organizational goals.
• Lead end-to-end design and governance of Oracle Fusion EPM across modules.
• Own the EPM roadmap and drive platform modernization.
• Partner with GT and Corporate leadership to deliver scalable solutions.
• Manage delivery across global teams with SLA and compliance focus.
• Incorporate AI/GenAI and emerging tech into Finance Systems.
• Mentor and coach teams with clear career paths.
• Communicate progress, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders.
• Engage with OEMs and external service providers.

Skills

Communication

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

AI awareness

Problem solving

Education

Post Graduate in CS/Finance (MCA/BE/BTech or CA/CWA/MBA)

Oracle EPM Certification

PMI PMP or equivalent

Tools

Oracle Fusion EPM

FDM/FDMEE

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

REST APIs

EPM Automate

ERP Fusion

Essbase

BI reporting tools

Job description

Job Description:

Strategy & Leadership

• Execute the EPM systems roadmap, aligning with organization goals and enterprise digital transformation initiatives
• Lead end-to-end design and governance of Oracle Fusion EPM solutions across FCCS, ARCS, PCMCS, PBCS, Narrative Reporting and implementation of new modules in future
• Own the EPM roadmap, drive platform modernisation, and ensure alignment with enterprise digital transformation goals
• Partner with GT and Corporate leadership to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions
• Manage delivery across global teams, ensuring SLA adherence, audit compliance, and operational excellence.
• Drive innovation culture, embracing AI and next-gen technologies and establish leading industry practices
• Engage, mentor and coach team of and provide them with a meaningful career path
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management, communicating progress, risks, and innovation opportunities
• Handling external OEMs and service providers

2. Technical Skills

• Deep hands-on expertise in Oracle Fusion EPM modules — FCCS (consolidation), ARCS (reconciliation), PCMCS (cost management), PBCS (planning & budgeting), and Narrative Reporting
• Strong command of FDM/FDMEE, data integration, dimension design, business rules, and security configurations
• Proficiency in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, REST APIs, and EPM Automate
• Working knowledge of adjacent platforms such as ERP Fusion, Essbase, and BI reporting tools
• Sound understanding of industry standard frameworks in Oracle Fusion Cloud (ERP)
• Expertise in Finance Close and Reporting Process Transition/Automation
• Ability to design cross-functional solution encompassing process, data and technology solutions
• Understanding of SOX and other compliance standards around Financial Systems

3. Other Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong program management discipline, with a focus on delivery velocity, adoption, and cost efficiency.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional, geographically distributed teams with clarity and composure
• Strong problem-solving mindset, executive presence, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Collaborative, resilient under pressure, and committed to continuous learning and knowledge-sharing across the organisation
• Knowledge of basic and advanced delivery tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and Visio

5. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders – Head of Controllership, Procurement, Taxation, FP&A and their direct reports
• Cross-functional teams – HR, Legal, LIFE, Growth Office, Internal Audit
• OEMs
• Consulting Firms and Service Providers

6. Innovation & Emerging Technology

• Innovative mindset with a passion for exploring AI and emerging technologies. Stay ahead of emerging technology trends and progressively implement them in Finance Systems
• GenAI-Powered Finance Intelligence: Leverage Generative AI and machine learning to automate financial commentary, enhance forecasting accuracy, and accelerate the month-end close and consolidation cycle within Oracle EPM platforms
• Intelligent Automation & Integration: Drive adoption of REST APIs, EPM Automate, and Oracle Integration Cloud to eliminate manual interventions, streamline cross-platform data flows, and build scalable, low-touch EPM operating models across global finance functions

Oracle Innovation Adoption: Proactively evaluate and deploy Oracle Fusion EPMs latest capabilities, including Redwood UX, AI-assisted reconciliations in ARCS, and predictive planning in PBCS, ensuring EXL remains at the forefront of enterprise performance management best practices. Champion AI-augmented Finance Systems

Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership

• Execute the EPM systems roadmap, aligning with organization goals and enterprise digital transformation initiatives
• Lead end-to-end design and governance of Oracle Fusion EPM solutions across FCCS, ARCS, PCMCS, PBCS, Narrative Reporting and implementation of new modules in future
• Own the EPM roadmap, drive platform modernisation, and ensure alignment with enterprise digital transformation goals
• Partner with GT and Corporate leadership to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions
• Manage delivery across global teams, ensuring SLA adherence, audit compliance, and operational excellence.
• Drive innovation culture, embracing AI and next-gen technologies and establish leading industry practices
• Engage, mentor and coach team of and provide them with a meaningful career path
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management, communicating progress, risks, and innovation opportunities
• Handling external OEMs and service providers

2. Technical Skills

• Deep hands-on expertise in Oracle Fusion EPM modules — FCCS (consolidation), ARCS (reconciliation), PCMCS (cost management), PBCS (planning & budgeting), and Narrative Reporting
• Strong command of FDM/FDMEE, data integration, dimension design, business rules, and security configurations
• Proficiency in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, REST APIs, and EPM Automate
• Working knowledge of adjacent platforms such as ERP Fusion, Essbase, and BI reporting tools
• Sound understanding of industry standard frameworks in Oracle Fusion Cloud (ERP)
• Expertise in Finance Close and Reporting Process Transition/Automation
• Ability to design cross-functional solution encompassing process, data and technology solutions
• Understanding of SOX and other compliance standards around Financial Systems

3. Other Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong program management discipline, with a focus on delivery velocity, adoption, and cost efficiency.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional, geographically distributed teams with clarity and composure
• Strong problem-solving mindset, executive presence, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Collaborative, resilient under pressure, and committed to continuous learning and knowledge-sharing across the organisation
• Knowledge of basic and advanced delivery tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and Visio

5. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders – Head of Controllership, Procurement, Taxation, FP&A and their direct reports
• Cross-functional teams – HR, Legal, LIFE, Growth Office, Internal Audit
• OEMs
• Consulting Firms and Service Providers

6. Innovation & Emerging Technology

• Innovative mindset with a passion for exploring AI and emerging technologies. Stay ahead of emerging technology trends and progressively implement them in Finance Systems
• GenAI-Powered Finance Intelligence: Leverage Generative AI and machine learning to automate financial commentary, enhance forecasting accuracy, and accelerate the month-end close and consolidation cycle within Oracle EPM platforms
• Intelligent Automation & Integration: Drive adoption of REST APIs, EPM Automate, and Oracle Integration Cloud to eliminate manual interventions, streamline cross-platform data flows, and build scalable, low-touch EPM operating models across global finance functions

Oracle Innovation Adoption: Proactively evaluate and deploy Oracle Fusion EPMs latest capabilities, including Redwood UX, AI-assisted reconciliations in ARCS, and predictive planning in PBCS, ensuring EXL remains at the forefront of enterprise performance management best practices. Champion AI-augmented Finance Systems

Qualifications

• Post Graduate, preference for degree in Computer Science (MCA/BE/BTech) or Finance (CA, CWA, MBA)
• Certification on Oracle EPM
• Program Management like PMP

EXL (NASDAQ: EXLS) is a leading data analytics and digital operations and solutions company. We partner with clients using a data and AI‑led approach to reinvent business models, drive better business outcomes and unlock growth with speed. EXL harnesses the power of data, analytics, AI, and deep industry knowledge to transform operations for the world’s leading corporations in industries including insurance, healthcare, banking and financial services, media and retail, among others. EXL was founded in 1999 with the core values of innovation, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect. We are headquartered in New York and have more than 54,000 employees spanning six continents. For more information, visit www.exlservice.com.