Senior Consultant EPM

Job Title : Senior Consultant - EPM

Introduction to role

Are you ready to own the charge in redefining financial planning and analytics through advanced data solutions AstraZeneca is on the lookout for a Hyperion EPM / SAC Consultant to spearhead development support and FP&A IT initiatives. With a focus on AI-native capabilities youll engineer integrations with Oracle EPM and leverage advanced AI-powered programming tools to strengthen solution delivery reliability and efficiency. Dive into a role where your expertise will operationalize modern technology and drive impactful change!

Accountabilities

AI-Native Planning : Build and implement SAC Planning models using predictive forecasting Smart Insights and AI-assisted allocations; embed scenario planning based on machine learning anomaly detection and driver-based forecasting into FP&A workflows.

Oracle EPM solution engineering : Build and optimize Oracle EPM (PBCS / EPBCS) assetsEssbase cube design metadata Groovy business rules Calc Manager logic and EPM Automate / REST integrations Auto-Predict IPM Insightswith performance tuning and test automation.

AI enablement and code generation : Systematically apply AI coding assistants for code scaffolding refactoring unit tests documentation and policy-compliant code reviews; define patterns for AI-assisted development guardrails and telemetry.

AI operationalization : Modernize AI models and features within SAC and EPM (feature rollout monitoring drift checks retraining cadence) and integrate with enterprise data platforms (S / 4HANA BW / 4HANA Azure) for reliable pipelines.

Data engineering and integrations : Engineer robust connections orchestration and scheduling across SAC Oracle EPM SAP and Azure; implement data quality checks lineage and security hardening.

Site reliability and support : Provide L3 support for planning solutions instrument performance metrics handle resource needs lead transports / change control and drive root-cause remediation.

Partner and solution leadership : Translate FP&A requirements into scalable technical developments; lead workshops UAT and release management; promote AI-first approaches for forecasting and data insights.

Standards and governance : Establish engineering standards AI usage guardrails reusable accelerators and CI / CD for EPM / SAC assets; codify cross-utilization of AI across planning analytics and reporting use cases.

Documentation and enablement : Produce technical runbooks architecture diagrams and user guides; train Finance teams on AI-powered planning and insight generation.

Essential Skills / Experience

Experience : 610 years in EPM with hands-on delivery in SAP Analytics Cloud (Planning) and Oracle EPM.

Technical skills :

SAC Planning : Model design advanced formulas data actions predictive forecasting allocations workflows calendar and performance optimization.

Oracle EPM : EPBCS / PBCS - Planning / Essbase design Groovy rules Calc Manager metadata management security and integrations.

Data & integrations : EPMAgent / ODI / Python / SAP S / 4HANA / BW Azure data services OData / APIs scheduling / orchestration and data reliability engineering.

AI Engineering : Practical use of GitHub Copilot and code assistants for development; familiarity with Python / R for ML prototyping; MLOps concepts (versioning monitoring retraining) applied to planning contexts.

Domain knowledge : FP&A processesbudgeting forecasting driver-based planning OPEX / CAPEX Revenue modelling; understanding of consolidation touchpoints.

Methods : Agile delivery test automation performance tuning and secure coding practices.

Soft skills : Stakeholder management workshop facilitation clear communication and ability to translate finance requirements into technical solutions.

Desirable Skills / Experience

SAP : Smart Predict Data Analyzer Story 2.0 SAC add-in for Excel predictive planning patterns.

Oracle : FCCS ARCS Narrative Reporting Workforce / Capex modules and performance benchmarking.

AI & analytics : Experience embedding ML into planning cycles (demand forecasting anomalies price / volume / mix modelling) and building AI-assisted workflows for FP&A.

Security & compliance : Role-based access auditability and governance within regulated environments.

Certifications : SAP SAC Planning and credentials related to Oracle EPM Cloud.

At AstraZeneca we are committed to redefining the industry with innovative solutions that have a direct impact on patients lives. Our work combines ground breaking science with leading digital technology platforms to empower the business to perform at its peak. Join us as we embark on a journey to become a digital and data-led enterprise. Here youll find opportunities to innovate with groundbreaking technology in a dynamic environment that encourages experimentation. We foster a culture of lifelong learning where a diverse set of minds work inclusively together to drive change.

Ready to make a difference Apply now to join our team!

Date Posted

20-Nov-2025

Closing Date

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment) as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Eclipse,Disaster Recovery,.NET,High Availability,Redshift,Data Management,IP Networking,Neo4j,Data Warehouse,Pre-sales,Oracle,DynamoDB

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1