The Finance and Administration Department at INSEAD encompasses a diverse range of critical functions, including Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Finance, Legal, Procurement, Risk, Audit and Accounts Receivable. This department plays a pivotal role in ensuring the institution's financial health, compliance, and operational efficiency, supporting INSEAD's mission to deliver world-class education and research.

INSEAD is seeking a skilled Oracle Fusion Systems Specialist, Accounts Receivable to join our Finance and Administration. This is a full-time, temporary position (1 year) based at our Europe Campus in Fontainebleau, France. A hybrid working model is in place – 3 days on campus, 2 days from home.

About the job

Reporting to the Associate Director, Accounts Receivable, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our A/R processes, ensuring data integrity, and providing valuable insights to support decision-making. You will be responsible for ensuring data integrity and delivering critical insights that empower sound decision-making. Success in this global role requires a profound understanding of accounting principles, superior analytical skills, and advanced proficiency in various accounting software and tools. You will oversee the operational aspects of our financial systems worldwide, working hand-in-hand with our Digital and other business system administrators.

Your role within the team

Responsible for administrating financial applications and integrations (Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP), with the support of IT and external providers.
Respond to user application issues and enhancement requests, work with vendor support organizations as appropriate.
Carry out financial system changes, including workflow and configuration changes, ensuring the appropriate level of approvals in accordance with internal policies.
Provide support during closing activities (monthly, half year and year-end), such as manage calendars, open/close periods, assistance on reports, issue controls reports (unposted journals, journals in error, etc).
Making sure Accounts Receivable Accounting, Invoicing and Cash collection requirements are taken into account in the new ERP and in the Oder To Cash systems.
Participate to various IT working groups.
Coordinate functional design and testing during small enhancement projects.
Assist in reviewing the upgrades and provide UAT test case support.
Develop application process flows and training materials for users.
Be a key resource on reports, issues related to synchronization, and development of the PeopleSoft system

The ideal candidate profile

A bachelor’s or master's degree, either in the field of Accounting/Finance or in the field of Information Technology/Project Management
Strong experience in AR topics (Invoicing, Cash collection & Accounting)
Minimum of 4-5 years relevant work experience, preferably in a similar role. Previous systems administration experience is a plus.
Solid working knowledge of accounting principles and processes
Understanding of internal system controls, roles, and user permissions
Ability to learn new systems and technologies and stay informed of technology changes
Experience creating functional documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.
Exceptional problem solving, task management, and analytical skills.
Ability to build strong relationships across cross-functional teams.
Actively cooperate with team members and contributing to a positive work environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English