Lead Solution Architect – Oracle EPM (Cloud & On Prem)

Mastercard; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastercard is seeking a Lead Solution Architect to drive Oracle EPM strategy across cloud and on-prem deployments. You will own end-to-end architectures for close, consolidation, planning, forecasting, and reporting, while guiding hybrid integration with ERP and data systems.

You will mentor a global team and align with Finance and Technology leadership to deliver scalable, secure solutions. The role emphasizes reliability, automation, and governance, with focus on Calc Manager, EPM Automate,

Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge of EPM as architect or lead.
• Strong Oracle EPM Cloud (EPBCS/FCCS) experience preferred.
• Experience with Hyperion on-prem (HFM/Planning/Essbase).
• Finance processes and transformation leadership capabilities.
• Ability to design ERP+EPM integrations and data models.

Responsibilities

• Lead Oracle EPM architecture for hybrid on-prem and cloud.
• Define end-to-end EPM solutions: close, consolidation, planning, reporting.
• Govern architecture standards across multiple geographies.
• Mentor architects and technical teams during design and delivery.
• Partner with Finance and Tech leaders to translate requirements into scalable designs.
• Steer migration and modernization initiatives from Hyperion to Cloud.

Skills

EPM Architecture

Oracle EPM Cloud

Hyperion on-prem

ERP + EPM integration

Finance transformation

Leadership

Data integration

Calc Manager

Security & audit

REST APIs

EPM Automate

ODI

Tools

EPM Automate

REST APIs

ODI

Calc Manager

Security tooling

Job description

Title

Lead Solution Architect – Oracle EPM (Cloud & On Prem)

Overview

The Global Business Solution Center (GBSC) Tech team is looking for a Lead Solution Architect to drive our Oracle EPM architecture strategy across both on‑prem and cloud implementations. The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, analytic, and committed to reliability, scalability, and automation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the architectural lead for Oracle EPM solutions, including FCCS, PBCS/EPBCS, ARCS, EDMCS, narrative reporting, and Hyperion (HFM, Planning, Essbase) on‑prem.
• Define and own the end‑to‑end Oracle EPM architecture, spanning finance close, consolidation, planning, forecasting, reporting, and master data management.
• Design and govern hybrid Oracle EPM architectures integrating Oracle Cloud EPM with on‑prem Hyperion, Oracle ERP Cloud, data warehouses, and source systems.
• Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives, including Hyperion to Oracle Cloud EPM transitions, coexistence strategies, and phased roadmaps.
• Establish and enforce architecture standards and best practices for Oracle EPM configurations, data models, Calc Manager/business rules, security, and performance.
• Provide solution leadership for EPM data integrations, leveraging Data Management, EPM Automate, REST APIs, ODI, and custom integration frameworks.
• Partner with Finance, FP&A, Accounting, and Technology leaders to translate business requirements into scalable Oracle EPM designs.
• Lead design reviews, resolve complex architectural issues, and ensure solution quality, resilience, and auditability in regulated finance environments.
• Mentor solution architects and technical teams, providing hands‑on guidance during critical design and implementation phases.
• Act as trusted advisor to leadership on Oracle EPM strategy, risks, cost optimization, and platform roadmap decisions.

Qualifications

• Expert‑level knowledge of EPM as a system architect or system lead.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle EPM Cloud (EPBCS and/or FCCS preferred).
• Experience with Hyperion on‑prem (HFM/Planning/Essbase).
• Experience designing ERP + EPM integration architectures.
• Finance process fluency and leadership skills.
• Detail‑oriented with a passion for transformation.
• Experience advising or steering finance transformation projects.

Desirable Capabilities

• Strong communication skills and experience communicating with senior leaders.
• Experience leading a global team.
• Knowledge of ARCS, EDMCS, and narrative reporting.
• Experience with EPM Automate, REST, and API‑first integration patterns.
• Knowledge of multi‑geo consolidation complexity.
• Experience in regulated environments with controls and audit.

EEO Statement

Mastercard is a merit‑based, inclusive, equal‑opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.