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Rajat Agrawal

@rajatagrawal

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Seasoned ERP Technology and Finance Transformation leader with 25+ years experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my extensive ERP experience in a dynamic environment, focusing on finance transformation and process optimization, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

I am a seasoned ERP Technology and Finance Transformation leader with over 25 years of experience in leading enterprise-wide Oracle ERP implementations and transformations. My expertise lies in Oracle ERP Project and Program Management, as well as QA and Test management. I have a proven track record of driving automation, compliance, and strategic alignment within the corporate vision, particularly in the Oracle ERP landscape.

Throughout my career, I have successfully directed global finance transformation programs, managing substantial budgets and leading diverse teams. My key achievements include launching enterprise-wide assessment programs that identified numerous business opportunities for process improvement and developing KPI reporting frameworks that provided valuable insights to executive leadership. I am passionate about continuous process improvement and have consistently delivered results that enhance operational efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Manager, Finance Transformation

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LinkedIn / Microsoft

Mar 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Led global finance transformation initiatives within Oracle ERP landscape to drive automation, compliance, and strategic alignment with corporate vision. Directed global Oracle ERP finance transformation programs, managing a $5M annual budget and a team of 15+ direct reports.

ERP Finance Transformation Stakeholder Management

Sr. Manager, ERP Finance Practice

Accenture

Oct 2011 - Dec 2018 (7 years 2 months)

Provided thought leadership and directed global ERP transformation programs in Oracle EBS and Oracle Cloud, leading cross-functional teams across the U.S., India, and Europe. Led workshops and developed global enterprise solutions for various clients, instrumental in winning a $1M deal.

EBS Oracle Cloud)Solution Architecture Revenue Recognition Change Management

Project Manager & Sr. Business Analyst

Hewlett Packard / 3PAR

Oct 2007 - Sep 2011 (3 years 11 months)

Managed ERP, SCM (Cost Management), CRM, and custom finance IT projects, owning the full lifecycle from strategy to delivery. Developed a custom SOX compliance tool, leading all phases from planning through implementation with a user-adoption rate of 95%.

ERP SCM CRM IT Project Management SOX Compliance Data Archival

Manager, Oracle CRM & ERP

Trianz Inc.

Jan 2006 - Oct 2007 (1 year 9 months)

Led Oracle CRM and ERP implementation projects for high-tech clients, providing extended support and owning the month-end billing cycle run. Headed the Service track for a large Oracle CRM implementation, optimizing post-go-live support and reducing month-end bill run time by 75% through automation.

CRM ERP Implementation Automation

Test Lead, Oracle Q2C /CRM

Cisco

Jul 2004 - Jan 2006 (1 year 6 months)

Managed test-planning and executed tests for Oracle EBS Order Management/AR and custom reporting systems integrated with it. Achieved 100% test-coverage for the systems under review.

Test Planning Test Execution EBS Order Management AR Custom Reports

QA Manager, Oracle E-Business Suite

Oracle Corporation

Sep 1999 - Jun 2004 (4 years 9 months)

Led QA/Test-planning, Test-execution, and process teams within Oracle's development division. Managed quality assurance for Oracle E-Business Suite.

QA Management Test Planning Test Execution E Business Suite Process Improvement

Principal – Oracle ERP Financials

Oracle Consulting Services

Sep 1997 - Aug 1999 (1 year 11 months)

Led all activities for delivery of Oracle Financials (E-business suite) implementation projects. Responsibilities included defining business requirements, solution design, configuration, testing, and go-live.

E Business Suite Implementation Solution Design Configuration Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Unknown University

Master of Business Administration, Management Studies

Focused on management studies, gaining expertise in strategic leadership and business administration. Developed strong analytical and decision-making skills applicable to complex organizational challenges.