Oracle Cloud HCM Assessment Consultant (Temporary - 3 Months)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support HCM cloud activities across the project lifecycle
• Perform a holistic review of the Oracle Cloud HCM system, including Core HR, Payroll (primary focus), Benefits (primary focus), Time & Labor, Absence Management, and Security
• Evaluate system configuration against Oracle leading practices and industry benchmarks
• Assess payroll and benefits workflows within the HCM system by analyzing processes and known bugs, with the goal of identifying opportunities for improved accuracy, compliance, and efficiency
• Assist in maintaining stakeholder alignment and engagement for HCM-related initiatives
• Partner with departments across the organization to identify pain points and implement process improvements, system enhancements, and efficiencies within the HCM platform
• Conduct detailed assessments of Payroll configuration, processing, and controls, earnings, deductions, tax setup, and compliance
• Conduct detailed assessment of Benefits plan design, eligibility rules, enrollment processes, and numerous integrations
• Audit reconciliation processes and audit controls
• Assess benefits administration accuracy and integration with payroll
• Identify risks, inefficiencies, and overall gaps between system capabilities and business requirements
• Evaluate automation opportunities to remove or limit manual workarounds
• Assess data integrity, reporting capabilities, and data governance practices
• Review inbound/outbound integrations (e.g., vendors, GL, benefits carriers)
• Evaluate system performance and data flows
• Assess use of Fast Formulas, HDL, HCM Extracts, and reporting tools
• Analyze metrics and reporting to support process improvement and system optimization
• Conduct interviews/workshops with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and IT stakeholders
• Gather feedback on system usability and pain points
• Provide subject-matter expertise and guidance on best practices

Qualifications

• Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ): Minimum of 15 years of experience working directly with Oracle Cloud HCM
• Experience supporting HCM or HR-related projects with strong hands-on expertise in Payroll and Benefits
• Proven experience conducting system assessments, audits, or health checks
• Experience with full HCM lifecycle implementations and/or post-go-live optimization
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Master’s degree preferred
• Oracle Cloud certifications (HCM, Payroll, Benefits)
• Experience in multi-state or complex payroll environments
• Prior consulting experience with system optimization engagements
• Strong knowledge of Payroll processing, tax configuration, compliance requirements, and Benefits configuration including life event processing and integrations
• Familiarity with Fast Formulas, HCM Extracts, OTBI, BI reporting, and HDL (HCM Data Loader)
• Experience reviewing integrations and third-party vendor connections
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience presenting findings to senior leadership