ERP Specialist - Finance and SCM

To analyze, configure, implement, and support Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions across administrative departments at the University of Sharjah, ensuring alignment with business requirements and institutional objectives. The role is responsible for customizing and maintaining ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion HCM, Finance, and SCM), supporting users through training and troubleshooting, and ensuring seamless integration with other systems. The position also contributes to process optimization, data integrity, and ongoing digital transformation initiatives across the University.

• Provide functional and technical support to users across Oracle Fusion Finance and SCM modules, including:
• • General Ledger (GL)
  • Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • Budgeting and Financial Reporting
  • Procurement & Purchasing
  • Supplier Management
  • Inventory & Supply Chain Operations
    

• Configure, maintain, and support the Oracle Fusion ERP (Finance & SCM) system, including financial structures, procurement workflows, approval hierarchies, and system configurations.
  

• Support Finance and Procurement users by providing guidance on system usage, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations.
  

• Analyze business requirements related to finance and supply chain processes and recommend system enhancements, automation opportunities, and process improvements.
  

• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial and procurement data in line with best practices, university policies and audit requirements.
  

• Support the development and monitoring of system and section KPIs by collecting finance and procurement data, preparing analytical reports, and recommending improvements.
  

• Ensure compliance with Digital Transformation Department (DTD) standards, policies, and procedures, and support users in adhering to them.
  

• Prepare and deliver financial reports, procurement analytics, dashboards, and statistical insights as requested by management.
  

• Strong functional knowledge of Finance and Supply Chain Management (SCM) processes, including accounting, budgeting, procurement, and inventory management.
  

• Ability to provide both functional and technical user support, including troubleshooting system issues and resolving user queries efficiently.
  

• Proficiency in financial and operational data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation using BI tools (e.g., Oracle BI, OTBI, Power BI).
  

• Strong understanding of financial controls, compliance, audit requirements, and data governance.
  

• Ability to analyze business requirements and translate them into system configurations and process improvements.
  

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
  

• Excellent user engagement, training, and support skills, with a strong customer service orientation.
  

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  

• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
  

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or any related discipline.
• 4-8 years of UAE experience in similar role preferably in higher education institutions.

• Priority is to UAE Nationals.