Abdul Rahman Mir

In my role as an Oracle Fusion Financial Consultant at Rafed, I take charge of implementing Oracle Fusion Financials in close collaboration with esteemed consulting firm. Operating at the core of quality assurance and business process enhancement, I oversee the smooth integration of Oracle Fusion Financials. This involves meticulous tasks such as Master Data preparation, transactional data preparation, and Configuration workbook preparation. Acting as a bridge between the implementer and the business team, I ensure that the solution is fine-tuned to meet the organization's needs while maintaining robust controls.

I work diligently to finalize the solution with the implementer, aligning it with the expectations of both users and management. Throughout this process, my focus remains on optimizing financial operations and bolstering organizational efficiency. To achieve this, I plan and conduct Key User Testing (KUT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions, ensuring that the solution meets the highest standards of performance and usability.

Driven by a commitment to excellence and an unwavering attention to detail, I strive to drive transformative change within organization, empowering them to navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence.

I have successfully led the implementation of Oracle Fusion Cloud Financials and Oracle EPM suite, orchestrating the automation of financial operations, financial & management reporting and the consolidation of company financial statements across multiple entities within the VEON group and PMCL.

Oracle Fusion Cloud Financials Implementation:

• Led the implementation of Oracle Financials modules (General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Cash Management, Payables, Taxation) at VEON & PMCL, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conducted comprehensive GAP analysis to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency enhancement.
• Formulated and executed strategies for seamless data migration, maintaining data integrity throughout the transition process.
• Conducted rigorous training sessions and meticulously managed User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure smooth adoption and functionality validation.
• Provided expert support during critical month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting deadlines.

Oracle Enterprise Performance Management Suite:

I spearheaded the implementation of Oracle EPM Suite, encompassing a suite of sophisticated tools including Enterprise Data Management Cloud Services (EDMCS), Financial Consolidation and Close Cloud Services (FCCS), Narrative Reporting, Tax Reporting Cloud Services (TRCS), and Enterprise Profitability and Cost Management Services (EPCMS), achieving complete automation of Statutory Financial Statements, Consolidation, Management Reporting, and Group Reporting.

• Established seamless integration between Oracle Fusion ERP and Oracle EPM using EDMCS, optimizing data flow and consistency.
• Developed consolidation mechanism and meticulously managed group reporting requirements using FCCS, ensuring regulatory compliance and strategic alignment.
• Managed complex management accounts with precision and attention to detail, ensuring financial accuracy and transparency.
• Automated tax reporting using TRCS, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in compliance processes.
• Developed intricate profitability and cost management reports, providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
• Created advanced reporting dashboards, analytical graphs, and charts to facilitate management's decision-making processes and foster business growth.

At Ora-Tech Systems Ltd, I served as a team lead, spearheading the successful implementation of Oracle Financials, Oracle Projects, and Oracle P2P modules for a prominent government organization, the Universal Service Fund.

Key Achievements:

• Led and managed the implementation of Oracle Financials (General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Cash Management) and Oracle P2P (Procurement, Inventory, Payables).
• Conducted comprehensive GAP analysis to pinpoint inefficiencies in the existing legacy system.
• Implemented necessary changes in business processes within Oracle Fusion Cloud to enhance efficiency, reduce redundancy, and strengthen controls.
• Integrated Oracle Fusion with a custom-developed Fund system to streamline operations.
• Oversaw master data and trial data loading activities to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Facilitated training sessions and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure smooth adoption of the new system.
• Successfully delivered the project within stringent timelines, demonstrating effective project management skills.
• Provided ongoing support to users during month and year-end closing activities.
• Played a pivotal role in preparing the company's financial statements.

Notable Client:

Universal Service Fund

• In the realm of Oracle E-business Suite, I led and successfully executed the Islamic Banking project, implementing Oracle Financials and Oracle Procure to Pay Suite at one of Pakistan's largest microfinance banks. My responsibilities in this capacity encompassed:
• Strategic planning for project implementation, including deadline management and key stakeholder engagement.
• Collaboration with key stakeholders to gain insights into existing business processes.
• Designing optimal solutions to eliminate redundancy, strengthen controls, and streamline operations.
• Configuring Oracle GL, Fixed Assets, Procure to Pay, and Taxation functionalities to meet business requirements.
• Developing comprehensive documentation including Business Process Flow design documents, test scripts, and user manuals, and providing training to business staff across the organization.
• Utilizing SQL query writing skills for data extraction and report development.
• Providing support to power users and end users in executing end-to-end business processes.
• Resolving system-related functional and technical issues to ensure smooth operation.
• Facilitating financial closing processes, including month-end and year-end activities.
• Assisting in Account Balance Reconciliations and Financial Reporting.
• Supporting the client during internal and external audits.
• Maintaining issue and resolution logs, and compiling customer query data for management reporting.

In the realm of Oracle E-business Suite, I've played a pivotal role in both implementation and post-implementation phases, offering functional and technical support for Oracle Financials and Oracle Procure to Pay Suite. My contributions encompass:

• Configuring Oracle GL, Fixed Assets, Procure to Pay, and Taxation functionalities to align with business requirements.
• Developing Business Process Flow mechanisms, crafting user manuals, and conducting training sessions for accounting staff across the organization.
• Providing extensive support to power users and end users in executing end-to-end business processes.
• Resolving system-related functional and technical issues promptly to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Facilitating financial closing processes, including month-end and year-end activities.
• Assisting in Account Balance Reconciliations and Financial Reporting, including the development of financial reports.
• Offering functional support during internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Utilizing SQL query writing skills for data extraction and report development.
• Maintaining comprehensive issue and resolution logs, along with customer query data.

I've had the privilege to serve major clients, including Telenor, U Microfinance Bank Ltd, and Khushhali Microfinance Bank Ltd.

Transitioning to SAP S/4 HANA, I've provided implementation and post-implementation functional support for SAP AUDIT MANAGEMENT, including:

• Configuring SAP AUDIT MANAGEMENT functionalities, including the creation of approval hierarchies and escalation mechanisms.
• Developing organizational and master data structures, and crafting Functional Design Documents and Fit Gap Analysis documents.
• Offering functional support in the customization of forms and fields to meet client-specific requirements.
• Developing customized audit reports and creating Functional Specification (FS) documents.
• Conducting organization-wide training sessions and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions, and preparing comprehensive training manuals.
• Providing post Go-Live functional support to ensure smooth operations.

I've had the honor of serving major clients, including the Department of Audit General of Pakistan and Khushhali Microfinance Bank Ltd.