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Job Number 25052768

Job Category Information Technology

Location Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States, 20814VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=Marriott%20International%20HQ%2C%207750%20Wisconsin%20Avenue%2C%20Bethesda%2C%20Maryland%2C%20United%20States%2C%2020814)

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? Y

Position Type Management

JOB SUMMARY

The Director, Finance Technology is accountable for leading the design, architecture and solutioning of a Cloud ERP platform and integrated ecosystem. Requires a deep understanding of cloud architecture, integration strategies, security and best practices for Cloud ERP implementations. This role will effectively collaborate with Global Technology partners, business stakeholders, service providers and vendor partners to ensure scalable, efficient, and secure Cloud ERP solutions that meet business needs and leverage modern technology patterns for optimal user experience.

Coordinates with business and technology stakeholders to design and architect tech-forward solutions that leverage cloud native architecture, middleware solutions and automation while driving innovation, streamlining workflows, and enhancing financial reporting, analysis, and decision-making. This position requires a blend of Finance knowledge and technical proficiency to ensure the efficient functioning of financial systems, data integrity, and compliance with regulatory standards. You will drive implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Finance-related software, databases, and processes.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science or Equivalent degree in Mathematics, Information Systems, Computer Science or Engineering

• 8+ years of progressive leadership in technical solutions development and architecture that includes:

• 6+ years of experience supporting and architecting large-scale Cloud ERP systems, with a wide capability range.

• 6+ years of experience with integration strategies, security best practices, and architecture principles in an ERP environment.

• 5+ years experience with integration architecture patterns, data integration tools, and experience integrating Cloud ERP with different business systems (APIs, middleware tools etc.) utilizing cloud native tech and capabilities.

• Significant hands on experience designing and building technology solutions in partnership with business and technology stakeholders

• Proven experience with cloud native technology to design and implement solutions in a multi cloud environment.

• Prior experience being a liaison between Finance and Engineering departments with experience driving excellence through end-to-end ownership and collaboration.

• Expert understanding of systems architecture and ability to design and prototype scalable performance-driven solutions in a SaaS model involving middleware and PaaS components.

• Expert understanding of data architecture, database objects and data design patterns for reporting and analytics.

• Familiarity with platform authentication patterns (SAML, SSO, OAuth)

• Understanding of environment management, release management, code versioning best practices, and deployment methodologies (DevOps).

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards relevant to Finance processes and technology (e.g., GDPR, SOX, PCI-DSS).

• Experience managing usage, licensing, and costs with vendor platforms.

• Ability to adopt new technologies to streamline and simplify processes, keep related systems in sync and maintain data parity across an integrated ecosystem.

• Strong communication skills with a passion for mentoring and guiding diverse teams through strategic initiatives.

• Production support experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in Mathematics, Information Systems or Computer Science

• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP.

• Experience with Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC), Autonomous Data Warehouse (ADW), Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) and Oracle PaaS.

• Experience with extended analytics capabilities designing and implementing visualization solutions like Oracle Fusion Data Intelligence, Power BI, Tableau and associated data warehouses.

• Experience with APEX and VB Studio for custom extensions to delivered capabilities within Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP.

• Experience with cloud native technologies and microservices architecture.

• Experience with RPA tools and other automation capabilities.

• Experience in agile software methodologies and associated tooling.

• Demonstrated ability to anticipate future data platform opportunities.

• Technology leadership experience in a sourced environment.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Technical Leadership and Solution Architecture

• Design end-to-end technical architecture for Cloud ERP.

• Develop integration strategies for Cloud ERP with other enterprise applications (ex: HCM, EPM, P2P systems and others) using cloud native technology and advanced integration capabilities to drive real time and batch data flows as needed.

• Develop reporting and analytics solutions based on transactional and trend analytics reporting needs making appropriate recommendations of ERP vs. analytics platform for reporting.

• Design robust extension capabilities utilizing APEX and VB Studio.

• Design PaaS extensions keeping scalability, extensibility and performance in mind.

• Ensure scalability, security, and performance of cloud-based ERP implementations.

• Trains and/or mentors other team members, and peers as appropriate.

• Provides oversight to direct reports and dotted line reports in the Finance technology space.

• Provides technology leadership and oversight to Finance domain tech solutions across organizational initiatives.

• Provides financial input on department or project budgets, capital expenditures or other cost/resource estimates as requested.

Delivering Technology

• Owns the Finance technology stack helping drive strategy and roadmap for ERP and ancillary technology ecosystem.

• Work with Finance and global technology on finance technology transformation including migration to Cloud ERP.

• Oversee the implementation, customization, and integration of finance software solutions such as Cloud ERP systems, financial reporting tools, budgeting and forecasting software, and other relevant platforms.

• Collaborate with Finance stakeholders to define requirements, deliverables, and set and manage expectations.

• Translate business requirements into well-architected solutions that best leverage Marriott technology assets and design standards.

• Lead technical product design sessions; architect and document technical solutions aligned with Marriott business objectives for Finance; identify gaps between current and desired end-states.

• Own and drive technology solutioning for Finance and help ideate options that align with approved architecture patterns.

• Define integration architecture using middleware solutions like Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC).

• Oversee data migration and transformation strategies during Cloud ERP implementation.

• Collaborate with developers and functional team members to implement custom extensions using PaaS architecture.

• Establish and enforce data management policies, procedures, and standards to ensure data accuracy, consistency, security, and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOX).

• Manage extended stakeholder expectations liaising across teams to identify opportunities for system efficiencies and improvements.

• Plan, architect, design and manage delivery of technology solutions with global technology teams and service providers.

• Continuously evaluate and optimize finance processes, workflows, and system configurations to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

• Escalate and manage platform and delivery issues with technology vendors as needed.

Security and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices, including identify and access management (IAM) data encryption, and role-based access controls.

• Work with broader global technology and internal audit teams on technical implementation of system and IT general controls.

Optimization and Support

• Identify opportunities to continuously improve performance, service delivery and user experience with Cloud ERP

• Stay updated and implement platform updates, patches and emerging cloud technology including AI capabilities.

• Provide guidance for troubleshooting issues and incorporating system enhancements per user requests.

IT Governance

• Follows all defined IR standards and processes (i.e., IT Governance, SM&G, Architecture, etc.), and provides input for improvements to the appropriate process owners as needed.

• Maintains a proper balance between business and operational risk.

• Follows the defined project management standards and processes.

Service Provider, COTS, and Custom Application Management

• Lead prioritization meetings with stakeholders and drive resolution of changes through the process for portfolio of supported applications

• Coordinate and track the delivery of highly visible operational activities/problems.

• Groom backlog of features and changes with stakeholders.

• Validates that Service Providers and internal teams develop and manage respective aspects of a project plan, including schedules, deliverables, and appropriate metrics.

• Makes short term plans for the team to effectively utilize resources.

• Monitors Service Provider and internal team’s outcomes.

• Reviews estimates of work effort for client project provided by Service Providers and internal teams for accuracy.

• Facilitates timely resolution of service delivery problems and minimizes the impact to clients.

• Functions as an applications expert for both senior leadership and project teams in effective utilization of existing technology in business technical applications, either enterprise-wise or business-wide.

• Leads workgroup/project team or functions as a technical specialist.

• Supports and develops systems in a minimum of one environment.

• Develops and manages respective aspects of a project plan with minimal assistance, including schedules, deliverables, and appropriate metrics.

• Plans and coordinates complex integration(s) and implementation overseeing quality control of systems functional design, usability, functionality, and implementation.

• Coordinates with quality assurance, infrastructure services, vendor, and internal application delivery teams.

• Provides consultation for routine and complex systems development.

• Provides accurate estimates of work effort for client project.

• Functions as a technical resource for other team members.

• Understanding and ability to facilitate and execute technical infrastructure, technical specialization, and technical integration activities.

• Strong understanding of business processes, customers, and functions.

The salary range for this position is $117,700 to $191,800 annually. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible to receive an annual bonus and restricted stock units/stock grants.

Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue 0.04616 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 7 holidays annually.

All locations offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, educational assistance, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.

Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.

The application deadline for this position is 28 days after the date of this posting, March 26, 2025.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

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