What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Manager, Finance position at Inspire Brands?
The Product Manager will lead the strategic direction, requirements, support implementation, and continuous improvement of different finance modules within Oracle’s ERP. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, a deep understanding of product development lifecycles, and the ability to manage complex stakeholder needs while delivering high-quality, scalable solutions.
You will do this by collaborating with cross-functional teams, including business, vendors, other product teams, engineering, finance, HR, and business intelligence. The role focuses on delivering business value through enhancing operational efficiency, decision-making agility, and maintaining Inspire's competitive advantage in a dynamic market environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Strategy & Roadmap:
Define & own product vision and roadmap for Oracle ERP solutions, aligning with business goals and stakeholder needs.
Lead the design and delivery of innovative solutions tailored to accounting and finance operations.
Stay updated on Oracle Cloud product enhancements and industry trends to identify opportunities for growth and optimization.
Conduct gap analyses to identify product improvement areas and propose cost-effective solutions.
Implementation:
Work with the business and solution design for config, customization, and integration
Oversee end-to-end product delivery, including configuration, customization, and integration of Oracle Cloud modules such as Advanced Collections, RMCS, and Bill Management.
Collaborate with IT and Enterprise Applications teams to ensure alignment with best practices and successful implementation.
Monitor and resolve system issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted performance.
Manage data flows between third-party systems, internal applications, and external banking partners. by ensuring that dependencies are identified and managed through a collaboration with other PMs or development teams.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Partner with cross-functional teams, including IT, accounting, and external vendors, to ensure seamless product deployment and adoption.
Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Oracle Cloud solutions, providing regular updates, insights, and support to stakeholders.
Facilitate communication between technical teams and business users, ensuring clarity and alignment on requirements and solutions.
Drive user training programs and support change management efforts to maximize adoption of new features and processes.
Quality Assurance & Compliance:
Develop and lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT), ensuring thorough documentation of test cases and results.
Conduct quality assurance to validate system changes, ensuring minimal disruption to accounting and finance operations.
Ensure all processes and solutions adhere to company policies, industry regulations, and SOX compliance requirements.
Utilize tools like Smartsheet to provide real-time project tracking and reporting to leadership.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years Oracle ERP, including at least 3 years focused on Oracle Financials module.
- 3 years Product management experience working on enterprise platforms
- 4 year degree
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
5 years of experience with Oracle ERP , including at least 3 years focused on Oracle Financials modules.
3 years of experience as product manager preferably in QSR, Hospitality, Retail or CPG
Expertise in Oracle Cloud modules (e.g., Advanced Collections, RMCS, Bill Management, AR subledger).
Strong understanding of SaaS applications, financial systems, and system integrations.
Experience managing and troubleshooting large-scale data flows and third-party system interfaces.
Proficiency in tools like Smartsheet, with a focus on project tracking and reporting.
Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of translating technical requirements into business solutions.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships at all organizational levels.
Results-oriented mindset, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes
Experience working with teams across geographies is a plus
We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.
