Corporate Forecasting Manager – Oracle EPM

NXP Semiconductors; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Malaysia seeks a Corporate Forecasting Manager to lead enterprise forecasting using Oracle EPM Planning, blending finance, data science, and programming to enhance planning accuracy and strategic insights.

You will design scalable EPM models, deploy ML-driven forecast improvements, automate data flows, train finance teams, and ensure data integrity and SOX compliance across platforms.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of FP&A or financial systems management with Oracle EPM Planning experience.
• Strong programming skills in calculation manager scripts, groovy, and SQL.
• Experience in machine learning model development for forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the corporate forecasting process using Oracle EPM Planning.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable EPM models for dynamic planning and rolling forecasts.
• Develop and deploy machine learning models to improve forecast accuracy.
• Automate data flows and system integrations using SQL and Python.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to validate assumptions and ensure model integrity.
• Monitor forecasting performance with KPI tracking and variance analysis.
• Train finance teams on EPM tools and forecasting methods.
• Optimize application performance for data loads and calculations.
• Develop and maintain business rules, forms, outlines, and load rules for forecasting.
• Manage Oracle load processes and nightly data loads.
• Ensure SOX compliance and change-control protocols.
• Implement narrative reporting for executives.

Skills

SQL

Groovy

Calculation Manager scripts

Machine learning for forecasting

Financial modeling

Forecasting analytics

Data science

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Finance/CS/Data Science

Tools

Oracle EPM

Power BI/Tableau

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Corporate Forecasting Manager to lead and optimize our enterprise-wide forecasting process using Oracle EPM Planning. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of finance, technology, and data science - bringing together deep forecasting expertise, hands-on coding skills, and advanced machine learning capabilities to drive smarter, faster, and more accurate planning decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the corporate forecasting process using Oracle EPM Planning, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strategic alignment.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable EPM models to support dynamic planning, scenario analysis, and rolling forecasts.
• Develop and deploy machine learning models to improve forecast accuracy, detect anomalies, and generate predictive insights.
• Automate data flows and system integrations between Oracle EPM and other enterprise platforms using SQL, Python, and related technologies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to gather requirements, validate assumptions, and ensure model integrity.
• Continuously monitor and enhance forecasting performance through KPI tracking, variance analysis, and process optimization.
• Train and mentor finance teams on EPM tools, forecasting methodologies, and best practices.
• Optimize application performance for data loads, aggregations, calculations, and retrievals.
• Develop and maintain custom business rules, calculation scripts, forms, outlines, load rules, and batch scripts to support budgeting and forecasting needs.
• Manage and monitor Oracle load processes, including ad hoc requests and scheduled nightly loads, ensuring data integrity and timely issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with SOX, internal policies, and change-control protocols.
• Implement and maintain narrative reporting and centralized financial reports for executive and operational use.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Computer Science, Data Science or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in FP&A or financial systems management, with full lifecycle implementation experience in Oracle EPM Planning.
• Strong programming skills in calculation manager scripts, groovy, and/or SQL.
• Proven experience in machine learning model development for forecasting and predictive analytics.
• Deep understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting principles.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and develop others in Oracle EPM tools and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to define issues and recommend solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to drive collaboration across diverse teams and influence decision-making.
• Hands-on experience with the full suite of Oracle Cloud EPM products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle EPM certification or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau or similar platforms.
• Experience with REST API integrations and cloud-based data architecture.

Why Join Us?

Be a key driver of innovation in financial planning and forecasting. Work in a collaborative, high-impact environment with visibility across the organization. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to transform how we plan and make decisions. Grow your career at the intersection of finance, data science, and enterprise technology.

More Information about NXP in Malaysia

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial, IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. For more information, visit www.nxp.com

Commitment at NXP

Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills.

Commitment at NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress.

Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality.

Thank you for considering a career at NXP.