Oracle Hcm Consultant
Resume:
Ravi B
************@*****.***
www.linkedin.com/in/hcm-Ravi/
Oracle Cloud HCM Consultant
SUMMARY
Oracle HCM Consultant with 11+ years of experience specializing in Human Capital Management (HCM) Cloud with EPM solutions. Extensive expertise in HCM modules (Core HR, Payroll, Talent Management, Recruiting, Absence Management).
Proficient in KUT, UAT, and Regression testing. Adept at requirement gathering and well-versed in OTBI and BI Reports. Known for conducting impactful End User Training (E2E) and providing unparalleled application support, resolving incidents, and managing day-to-day activities for Business Users.
Served as a subject matter expert (SME), leading clients in the design and implementation of Oracle HCM Cloud Modules.
Functionality testing of application for various scenarios and ensure that it meets functional specifications for transactions pertaining to Global HR, Time and Labor, Absence STIP plan after the Patch/ Upgrades.
Proficiently managed Employee Self-Service (ESS), Manager Self-Service (MSS), and HR Self-Service (HRSS), providing a holistic approach to employee interactions and HR processes.
Providing solutions for ad hoc queries on HR, Time and Labor, Absence Management.
Experience in managing & creating Flex Fields like Key Flex Fields (KFF), Descriptive Flex Fields (DFF), and Values Sets.
Worked on base pay, incentive compensation, workforce rewards, and salary structures to enhance employee engagement and retention.
Experience in Redwood UX for enhanced user experience and streamlined talent processes.
Strong expertise in Fast Formulas, Workforce Compensation Plans, Eligibility Profiles, Compensation Cycles, and Integration with Payroll & Benefits.
Have worked on migration from fusion page to Redwood page. Enabling redwood page with profiles values.
Proficient in R.I.C.E components (Workflow, Report, Interfaces, conversions, and Extensions).
Familiar with Oracle Forum, Oracle Support, and Idea Labs, enhancing problem-solving capabilities and staying updated with industry trends.
Developed and maintained robust integrations between Oracle HCM Cloud and various third-party systems, utilizing SOAP/REST APIs, SFTP, and XSLT transformations
Adept at leveraging Oracle OTBI and BI Reports to provide data-driven insights that inform strategic decisions and enhance HR processes.
Used IICS/IDMC to integrate Oracle HCM with various systems, such as ERP, payroll, benefits providers, and time-tracking systems.
Assisting clients in the selection, implementation planning, fit/gap analysis, conference room pilots, configuration, testing, training to diversified users, rollout, post-implementation support of Oracle Fusion HCM cloud/SaaS solutions at various customer sites, POC's and CRP.
Worked on resolving Jira tickets and Supporting ServiceNow tickets like Change requests, Incidents etc.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
Masters in Engineering Management in Trine University, Jan’16 – Dec’17
Master’s in Business Management at Osmania University, 2009 - 2011
BSc in Computer Science at Osmania University, 2006 -2009
CERTIFICATIONS:
Oracle Global Human Resources Cloud Certified Implementation Professional
Oracle Guided Learning Content Developer Certified Foundations Associate Rel 1
Oracle Guided Learning Project Management Foundations Associate - Rel 1
Product Analytics Certification
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Verizon Nov 2023- Till date
Role: Fusion Functional Consultant
Responsibilities:
Configure and maintaining complex OTL rules, time calculation formulas, and approval workflows to align with diverse organizational policies and union agreements.
Designed and implemented custom OTL solutions to address unique business requirements, resulting in a reduction in manual time entry errors.
Expertise in configuring time entry layouts, time device integrations, and data validation rules within Oracle OTL.
Implementing and supporting OTL integration with other HCM modules (Payroll, Absence Management) and third-party systems.
Developing and maintaining OTL configuration documentation, training materials, and user guides.
Using Integrations (OIC) to synchronize time entry data with payroll processing, and third-party systems
Built integrations using REST/SOAP adapters and scheduled orchestrations.
Diagnosed and resolved integration failures and API errors using OIC monitoring tools.
Used ODI to perform bulk data loads into OTL.
Maintaining ODI integrations to extract and load time and labor data from Specific Time Clock into Oracle HCM OTL.
Created ODI mappings and interfaces for Oracle HCM OTL data integration.
Proficient in using Fast Formulas to create complex time calculation rules and validations.
Experience with Time Device integration with OTL, specifically List specific devices if possible.
Successfully migrated legacy timekeeping systems to Oracle HCM Cloud OTL, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Conducting process reviews and gap analyses to identify opportunities for optimizing OTL configurations and workflows.
Automated manual timekeeping processes using Oracle OTL functionality, reducing administrative overhead and improving data accuracy.
Configured absence plans, accrual rules, eligibility profiles, and absence types based on business policies.
Worked closely with stakeholders to implement custom absence policies tailored to organizational needs.
Developed and maintained integrations between Oracle HCM Absence Management and third-party leave management systems using OIC (Oracle Integration Cloud).
Diagnosed and resolved absence processing issues, working closely with HR and Payroll teams.
Worked closely with HR, Finance, and IT teams to align HCM and EPM integrations with business goals.
Conducted requirement gathering, stakeholder workshops, and end-user training to ensure seamless adoption of integrated solutions.
Created detailed test scripts and functional specifications documents, ensuring thorough testing aligned with client requirements for HR, Time and Labor, Absence.
Successfully migrated large volumes of data from legacy systems to Oracle HCM Cloud using HCM Data Loader, minimizing disruption to business operations.
Troubleshot and resolved data loader errors, ensuring accurate and complete data uploads
Designed user-friendly OTBI dashboards that provided interactive visualizations of HR data, improving accessibility and usability.
Utilized OTBI to generate ad-hoc reports for stakeholders, providing timely access to critical information.
Conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions, collaborating with end-users to validate the system's performance, identify issues, and ensure client satisfaction.
Worked on Change request and enhancements and created and managed Oracle Service Requests.
Becton Dickinson and Company, NJ Jun2021 – Oct 2023
Project: EIFU & GH
Role: Functional Consultant
Responsibilities:
Configured Oracle HCM Cloud Payroll modules, including payroll elements, formulas, and processing rules, to ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery.
Processed bi-weekly, monthly payrolls for employees, adhering to strict deadlines and compliance requirements.
Managed payroll tax-calculations, deductions, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Configured and maintained payroll balances, balance adjustments, and retroactive pay calculations.
Using ODI to transform time-related data like shifts, overtime and load it into Payroll.
Managed end-to-end payroll processing in Oracle Payroll, including salary calculations, overtime pay, deductions, and benefits management.
Coordinated with HR and IT teams to ensure that time data from OTL integrated smoothly with payroll, which helps to reduce errors.
Implemented tax compliance configurations (federal, state, and local taxes) in payroll, ensuring accurate tax calculations and timely filings.
Generated and delivered payroll reports and compliance documents for audits and regulatory reviews.
Ensured compliance with local labor laws, including paid leave, sick leave, vacation accruals, and overtime rules, in accordance with country-specific regulations.
Handled garnishments, deductions, and other complex payroll calculations with precision.
Performed payroll reconciliation and auditing to ensure data accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Developed and maintained payroll documentation, training materials, and user guides.
Supported payroll testing, included unit, system integration, and user acceptance testing.
Experience with payroll data migration.
Generated and analyzed payroll reports using Oracle BI Publisher and OTBI to provide insights into payroll data and trends.
Collaborated with HR, IT, and finance teams to ensure seamless payroll processing and integration with other systems.
Effectively communicated payroll policies and procedures to employees and managers.
Performed data analysis to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and errors.
Created ad-hoc reports to meet specific business needs and audit requirements.
Experience with payroll related dashboards and Experience with payroll related Fast Formulas.
Configured approval rules for payroll timecards and project timecards, streamlining the approval process and supporting accurate payroll processing.
Designed applications extensions for custom retro pay process based on time skip in OTL interface.
Worked on Fusion security model, Created custom Job and Data roles.
Loaded data using HDL and spreadsheet loaders.
Performed BI Report testing which includes creating new report/analysis, testing existing and saved reports.
Developed and performed conversion reconciliation between Legacy and ORACLE.
Raising SRs and follow up with Oracle on Product Bugs and Configuration issues and support bug fixing.
Verizon, Irving, TX April2020-Jun2021
Project: CXP Performance and Governance
Role: Senior ERP Coordinator
Responsibilities:
Managed full-cycle recruiting processes within Oracle Recruiting Cloud (ORC), from requisition creation to on boarding, for new hires.
Utilized Oracle Recruiting Cloud's sourcing tools and integrations to identify and engage with qualified candidates.
Designed and customized Redwood UI pages using Visual Builder Studio (VBS) to enhance user experience.
Configured Talent Review Dashboards with graphical insights for HR and leadership teams.
Implemented and optimized workflows within Oracle HCM using Redwood's intuitive design, resulting in streamlined HR operations.
Customized Redwood layouts and dashboards to meet specific user roles and preferences, improving data accessibility and relevance.
Assisted in implementation of Redwood within the HCM system, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption.
Stayed current with Oracle Redwood updates and best practices, ensuring optimal utilization of the HCM system.
Managed candidate pipelines, ensuring timely communication and efficient movement through the hiring process.
Leveraged social media and professional networking sites to source passive candidates.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date candidate records within Oracle Recruiting Cloud.
Experience with integrations between Oracle Recruiting Cloud and third party sourcing tools.
Participated in Oracle HCM Cloud Recruiting implementations, contributing to requirements gathering, configuration, testing, and go-live activities.
Provided post-implementation support and troubleshooting for recruiting issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption.
Developed and delivered training materials and user guides for Oracle Recruiting Cloud.
Experience with recruiting related data migration.
Supported recruiting related testing, including unit, system integration, and user acceptance testing.
Ensured compliance with EEO/AA regulations and company policies related to recruiting and hiring.
Implemented process improvements to streamline recruiting workflows and enhance efficiency.
Maintained accurate and auditable recruiting records.
Experience with audits regarding recruiting data.
Generated and analyzed recruiting reports using Oracle BI Publisher and OTBI to track key metrics and identify areas for improvement.
Developed custom reports and dashboards to provide insights into recruiting performance, such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate conversion rates.
Used data analysis to identify trends and patterns in recruiting data, informing strategic decision-making.
Experience with creating recruiting related dashboards
Bank of America, Addison, TX Feb’19-Mar2020
Role: ERP Cloud Consultant
Responsibilities:
Configured and implemented work schedules, shift patterns, and break rules for various employee groups.
Worked on Oracle Time and Labor (OTL) rules for employee time tracking, ensuring accurate recording of worked hours, vacation time, and sick leave.
Successfully configured OTL's rate management module, worked on freight rate calculations.
Worked on configuring the timecard rules, schedules, and accrual plans.
Worked on custom OTL reports to provide real-time insights into labor-costs, productivity.
Developed and maintained SQL queries to extract and analyze OTL data, generating reports for business decision-making.
Led the testing and validation of OTL system upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to operational workflows.
Provided support to end-users, resolving OTL issues and minimizing system downtime.
Implemented OTL workflows to automate key transportation processes.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate OTL with other enterprise systems, ensuring seamless data flow and improved visibility.
Conducted in depth analysis of current business processes, and created OTL solutions to improve those processes.
Helped in documentation and training materials for OTL end-users.
Developed and executing test plans and Worked on Troubleshooting and resolving system issues.
Ensured proper integration between OTL and Payroll systems for accurate and timely payroll processing.
SoftPrenurs, Samramon, CA Jan’18-Feb’19
Role: Applications Engineer
Responsibilities:
Configured and maintained organization hierarchies, positions, and job families within Oracle HCM Cloud.
Implemented and supported HR workflows for employee lifecycle events, such as new hires, transfers, and terminations.
Expertise in configuring and maintaining HR security roles and data access permissions.
Experience with HCM related Fast Formulas, HCM Value Sets and lookups.
Processed employee transactions, such as promotions, transfers, and salary changes, in a timely and accurate manner.
Maintained employee records in compliance with data privacy regulations and company policies.
Generated and distributed HR reports and documentation as needed.
Managed employee lifecycle events. Participated in Core HR implementations, contributing to requirements gathering, configuration, testing, and go-live activities.
Provided post-implementation support and troubleshooting for Core HR issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption.
Developed and delivered training materials and user guides for Oracle HCM Cloud Core HR.
Experience with Core HR related data migration. Supported Core HR related testing, including unit, system integration, and user acceptance testing.
Collaborated with HR business partners, IT teams, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless HR operations.
Provided excellent customer service to employees and managers, addressing HR inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Effectively communicated HR policies and procedures to employees and managers.
Improved HR data accuracy by data cleansing and process improvements.
Reduced HR processing time through automation and workflow optimization.
Improved employee satisfaction with HR services by timely and accurate data management.
Successfully completed multiple HR audits with zero significant findings.
Wells Fargo India Solutions Pvt., LTD. HYD. Dec11– Dec15
Role: Associate Consultant
Responsibilities:
Gathered requirements from Business and documented them based on functional specifications.
Designed and implemented complex SSIS package to migrate data from multiple data sources.
Created SSIS package to extract, validate and load data into Data warehouse.
Extensively worked on creating SSIS packages and have used For each Loop containers, Sequence Container for developing processes and loaded data using different transformations such as Derived Columns, Condition Split, Aggregate, Merge Join and Union all.
Created Stored procedure, Views, Cursors and functions to support application
Extensively created SSRS reports (Executive Summary report for Annual and Quarterly) and Configured Report Server on all the environments. Also automate deployment for SSRS reports for all the environments.
Implemented multiple grouping into several reports using visibility and toggle options.
Actively supported Business users for change requests and provide support to team members.
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