FAST Lead, Master Data

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The FAST Master Data Manager is a finance systems and master data lead within the Finance Application Systems Transformation (FAST) organization. The role is responsible for supporting the design, operation, governance, and continuous improvement of finance master data capabilities within J.D. Edwards (JDE), with a focus on reliable close execution, strong controls, and consistent finance data standards.

Serve as a functional subject matter expert for finance master data configuration, posting logic, integrations, and embedded controls within assigned domain(s)

Lead requirements definition and translate finance business needs into clear, testable functional specifications

Partner with IT delivery teams to ensure solutions are scalable, controlled, and aligned to finance and audit requirements

Support Knowledge Transfer (KT) and TSA Exit enablement within assigned domain(s), helping the FAST organization build sustainable operating capability

Create and maintain foundational operating artifacts where documentation does not exist, including:

Runbooks and playbooks for daily, weekly, monthly, and close‑critical activities SOPs, job aids, decision trees, and exception‑handling guidance Documentation and evidence standards aligned to SOX and audit requirements A sustainable documentation repository with ownership and version discipline

Runbooks and playbooks for daily, weekly, monthly, and close‑critical activities

SOPs, job aids, decision trees, and exception‑handling guidance

Documentation and evidence standards aligned to SOX and audit requirements

A sustainable documentation repository with ownership and version discipline

Support the operational instrumentation required for a scalable service model, including:

Definition of KPIs and metrics for KT progress, readiness, stability, and quality Design and adoption of a case management / intake and logging approach to ensure support interventions are captured, categorized, and traceable

Definition of KPIs and metrics for KT progress, readiness, stability, and quality

Design and adoption of a case management / intake and logging approach to ensure support interventions are captured, categorized, and traceable

Coordinate functional testing, UAT, and release readiness for finance-impacting changes

Help deliver enhancements and projects with appropriate controls and minimal risk to close, compliance, and financial reporting

Support enterprise initiatives such as entity setup, integrations, system enhancements, and transition‑related stabilization

Support functional stability and predictable operation of finance applications and finance master data within assigned domain(s)

Ensure repeatable, high‑quality close outcomes, including cut‑off discipline and defect prevention

Safeguard SOX compliance and audit readiness through strong system controls and disciplined execution

Serve as a functional escalation point for close-critical, audit-impacting, or high-risk finance system or data issues

Partner with FAST Analysts and managed services within the tiered support and escalation model, including:

Incident and defect triage and prioritization Functional root‑cause analysis and impact assessment Validation of fixes prior to deployment

Incident and defect triage and prioritization

Functional root‑cause analysis and impact assessment

Validation of fixes prior to deployment

Use recurring issue trends and logged intervention data to reduce repeat defects and improve stability over time

Continuously identify opportunities to simplify configuration, reduce manual workarounds, and eliminate unnecessary complexity

Drive standardization of finance application and finance master data patterns, controls, and usage

Collaborate with Finance, IT, and Data teams to strengthen embedded controls and data quality

Support automation, analytics, and AI readiness as outcomes of stable operations and strong data discipline

Contribute to FAST roadmap planning, prioritization, and continuous improvement work within assigned finance master data domain(s)

Resolve complex data and configuration issues impacting financial processes

Identify opportunities to standardize and simplify master data structures

Improve data governance, quality, and control effectiveness

undefined 3. Knowledge requirements Practical knowledge of finance data models and JDE master data structuresUnderstanding of integration points between master data and finance processes (A2R, P2P, O2C)Familiarity with SOX and audit-sensitive data governance practices 4. Competences and behaviors Strong attention to detail and data accuracy mindsetAbility to operate within governance and control frameworksStrong cross-functional collaboration and influencing skillsOwnership mindset for data integrity and system reliability 5. Education Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred 8–12 years of experience in finance systems, JDE enablement, or finance transformation roles Strong understanding of finance processes, accounting principles, close, and internal controls / SOX Hands‑on experience with JDE finance modules and related finance applications Demonstrated ability to drive knowledge transfer, documentation build‑out, and operating discipline in environments with limited existing documentation Proven experience balancing operational stability and change delivery in complex environments Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including root‑cause analysis Effective communicator with the ability to partner across Finance, IT, Data, and ControlsExperience working in global, matrixed organizations preferred 6. Language skills Specify required languages and proficiency level necessary to perform the role effectively Languages Spoken Written Read Language 1 Þ EnglishxxxLanguage 2 Þ Native Languagexxx

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