Principal Functional Solution Architect & Practice Lead - Oracle Fusion PPM & Financials

About Rite SoftwareFounded in 2006, Rite is a trusted global IT solutions provider specializing in Oracle and cloud transformations. With ISO, SOC2, and Great Place to Work certifications ensuring the highest standards of security, reliability, and workplace culture, we help businesses across industries simplify their ERP transformation journey. We provide end-to-end support for Oracle ecosystems including cloud implementation, data migration, system integration, analytics, and managed services. We also offer specialty products covering specific requirements for E&C, Oil & Gas, and other project-driven organizations.Job SummaryRite Software is seeking a Senior Principal Functional Solution Architect to lead solution architecture and design for Oracle Fusion Cloud Project Portfolio Management (PPM) engagements, with hands-on exposure to Oracle Fusion Financials modules. This is a senior, client-facing architecture and practice leadership role, spanning greenfield implementations, ERP-to-Cloud migrations, multi-country roll-outs, and AMS (Application Management Services) engagements. The role encompasses ownership of the PPM Center of Excellence (COE), management of multiple client accounts, portfolio governance, solution advisory for pursuits, and executive-level advisory across our client portfolio. Candidates with exposure to the Engineering & Construction (E&C) domain will have an edge, though it is not mandatory.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the Oracle Fusion PPM practice and lead the Center of Excellence (COE) to build and continuously improve PPM expertise across delivery teamsOwn end-to-end solution architecture for Oracle Fusion Cloud Project Portfolio Management (PPM) implementations, product developments, and AMS engagements, including Project Financial Management, Project Costing, Project Billing, and Project ContractsProvide solutioning and architectural guidance to shape and advance Rite's PaaS product suite.Provide hands-on architectural exposure to Oracle Fusion Financials modules (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Cash Management), ensuring PPM solutions are tightly aligned with enterprise financial processesLead architecture design workshops with executive and VP-level stakeholders across Finance, PMO, Operations, and Contracts, translating complex business requirements into scalable, enterprise-grade Oracle Cloud PPM and Financials solutionsDefine enterprise-wide PPM and Financials solution roadmaps, integration strategy, and architecture standards across the full project lifecycle — creation, budgeting, forecasting, costing, billing, and revenue generationProvide functional leadership across multiple concurrent PPM and Financials implementation and enhancement engagements, mentoring senior consultants and project teams, and developing consulting capability across the practiceOwn multiple client accounts, maintaining strong relationships with IT and business leaders to ensure quality delivery and customer satisfactionDrive fit-gap analysis, solution blueprinting, and architecture governance; review Functional Design Documents (FDDs), configuration standards, and business process flowsArchitect PPM integrations with Oracle Financials (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets), Procurement, and other Oracle Cloud modules for end-to-end business process integration, including time capture, payroll, and third-party project scheduling toolsOversee architecture for Project Costing setups, expenditure types, burden schedules, cost allocation, and billing extensionsProvide oversight and governance for CRP, SIT, UAT, cutover, and go-live activities across engagements; own defect triage and resolution strategy with technical teamsServe as a trusted advisor to client executives and business heads, communicating with excellent and elegant clarity at the C-level and with Controllers/CFOs to align technology solutions with strategic business objectives, including finance transformation, close acceleration, and internal control conversationsAdvise on data migration strategy using FBDI, and web services, including validation, reconciliation, and cutover governance for project and financial master and transactional dataProvide estimation, resourcing input, and risk management support to project and practice leadershipBring exposure to the Engineering & Construction (E&C) domain — project accounting, contract billing, and cost control practices specific to E&C — a strong plusPPM Solution Architecture — Foundation, Costing, Billing & Resource ManagementArchitect project enterprise structures — project units, types, templates, and organization hierarchies — along with project classifications, roles, team structures, status-driven workflows, project numbering, calendars, and period structures aligned with financial calendars and GL business units/legal entitiesArchitect project costing structures including expenditure types/categories, non-labor resources, cost rate and burden schedules, cross-charge and transfer pricing rules, budgetary controls, commitment tracking, encumbrance accounting, and cost adjustment/transfer/distribution processesArchitect project billing and contracts solutions covering billing methods (percent complete, milestone, rate-based, cost-plus), contract types, revenue recognition, invoice formats, bill/revenue plans, retention and progress billing for EPC-style contracts, intercompany/cross-project billing, and integration with Accounts Receivable for invoicing and cash applicationArchitect project management and resource management capabilities including project plans, WBS and task hierarchies, resource breakdown structures, staffing plans and forecasting, EVM-based performance reporting, project budgeting/forecasting and financial plan versions, and integration with Resource Management for skills-based staffing and demand/capacity planningFinancial Architecture — GL, AP, AR, Assets & Cash ManagementArchitect PPM linked Accounts Payable solutions covering invoice approval workflows, two-way and three-way match rules, supplier onboarding, payment methods, bank integration, and tax and 1099/statutory reporting requirementsArchitect PPM linked Accounts Receivable solutions covering transaction types, Auto Invoice, receipt and lockbox processing, customer master data, credit and collections, and revenue recognition frameworksArchitect PPM linked Fixed Assets and Cash Management solutions covering asset lifecycle events, capital project capitalization flows, bank reconciliation, cash positioning, intercompany balancing, and treasury/banking integrationsArchitect Solution approaches on accounting rules and subledger accounting (SLA) configurations, and cost/receipt accounting touchpoints where Finance intersects with Supply Chain and ProjectsSolution Advisory & Business DevelopmentPartner with sales and practice leadership on pursuits — leading solution workshops and demonstrations, shaping the functional and architectural approach, and contributing to estimates, statements of work, and proposal or RFP/RFI responsesIdentify opportunities to extend value and grow the PPM and Financials footprint within existing accountsSupport pre-sales activities including solution demonstrations and effort estimation for prospective and existing clientsProduct Design & DevelopmentContribute to Rite Software's Product Design and Development function, partnering with the product team to shape functional requirements and solution design for Rite's PaaS product suiteBrainstorm and architect solutions across diverse industry scenarios — including Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas, and other project-driven sectors — to inform feature design and continuously enhance Rite's PaaS productsRequirements & QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (BE/MBA preferred)15+ years of Oracle ERP experience, with deep, hands-on expertise in Oracle Fusion Cloud PPM and a demonstrated track record as a solution architectMinimum of 5 full-lifecycle Oracle Cloud PPM and/or Financials implementations, with at least 2 in a principal-level capacityDemonstrated experience across multiple engagement types — greenfield implementations, ERP-to-Cloud migrations, multi-country roll-outs, and AMS supportHands-on exposure to Oracle Fusion Financials modules (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Cash Management), in addition to PPMStrong understanding of PPM integration with Oracle Financials and ProcurementStrong command of accounting principles, financial close, and internal control requirements in a US and global reporting contextProven experience managing or building out a PPM practice or Center of Excellence, including mentoring teams and elevating functional capabilityDemonstrated success owning multiple client accounts and managing senior IT and business stakeholder relationships to ensure delivery quality and customer satisfactionProven ability to lead client workshops, CRP and UAT cycles, design authority forums, and executive steering committee sessionsExcellent and elegant communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to engage confidently with C-level executives and business headsOracle Fusion Cloud certification(s) preferredCPA, CMA, MBA, or a comparable professional finance qualification preferredExperience supporting pre-sales — solution demonstrations, estimation, and RFP or RFI responses preferredExperience with Oracle E-Business Suite or other legacy ERP platforms as a migration starting point preferredEngineering & Construction (E&C) domain experience is a plus, but not mandatory