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ERP Admin, Finance & Project Functional Lead (R5061)

Finance DivisionSan Diego, CaliforniaFull-TimePosted 5 days ago

USD 11000k–17000k/yr

About the role

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Finance & Projects Functional Lead to own and optimize Oracle Fusion Financials and Project Portfolio Management (PPM) in a regulated aerospace & defense manufacturing environment. This role will ensure financial accuracy, government contract compliance, and scalable project accounting processes across the enterprise.

This individual will serve as the primary functional authority for cost accounting, project billing, and revenue recognition within Oracle Fusion.

What you'll do:

Oracle Fusion Module Ownership

General Ledger (GL)

Accounts Payable (AP)

Accounts Receivable (AR)

Fixed Assets

Cash Management

Cost Accounting

Project Portfolio Management (PPM)

Revenue Management (if applicable)

Government & Compliance Responsibilities

Support DCAA audit requirements

Manage indirect rate structures and cost pools

Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS cost principles

Support government contract billing accuracy

Oversee subledger-to-GL reconciliation integrity

Operational Leadership

Lead financial process design workshops

Drive quarterly Oracle update impact analysis

Partner with Finance leadership during close cycles

Define and validate UAT scenarios

Identify and remediate system control gaps

Leverage Oracle Cloud’s embedded AI/ML capabilities (e.g., predictive analytics, intelligent automation, and anomaly detection) to enhance business processes, improve data-driven decision-making, and drive operational efficiency.

Required qualifications:

8+ years of ERP financial systems experience

Deep understanding of cost accounting and project accounting

Experience in government contracting or regulated manufacturing

Hands-on Oracle Fusion Financials experience

Preferred qualifications:

DCAA audit exposure

CPA or equivalent certification

Experience supporting revenue recognition (ASC 606)

Oracle Cloud Certification

Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting

Success Metrics:

On-time and accurate financial close

Clean audit results

Reduced manual journal entries

Stable project billing operations

High user adoption and minimal workarounds

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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