MOHAMMED ISMAL
Guntur
Summary
I've spent the past 14+ years immersed in the Oracle EPM ecosystem, working my way from implementation consultant to strategic solution architect. My journey has taken me through multiple full-lifecycle EPM projects—migrations from legacy Hyperion to Cloud, greenfield EPBCS implementations, complex FCCS consolidation rollouts, and everything in between. I've worked with companies in technology, financial services and manufacturing, which has given me a unique perspective on how different industries approach planning and consolidation challenges. Currently at PayPal India, I'm focused on optimizing our enterprise planning infrastructure, including a recent Essbase migration that reduced processing time by 40%. Beyond the technical work—whether it's writing Groovy scripts, designing dimensions, or building integrations—I've always been passionate about the people side: collaborating with FP&A teams, mentoring junior analysts, and making sure the solutions we build actually get used. My goal isn't just to implement systems; it's to enable better decision-making across the organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Analyst, Enterprise Systems Oracle EPM
PayPal India Private Limited
Chennai
01.2019 - 12.2025
- Architected and implemented Oracle EPM Cloud solutions, focusing on EPBCS (Enterprise Planning and Budgeting Cloud Service) and FCCS (Financial Consolidation and Close Cloud Service) as key deliverables.
- Led the successful migration of over 10 Essbase cubes from an on-premise environment to the Essbase Cloud for enhanced reporting and efficiency.
- Provided hands-on expertise in the design, development, and deployment of EPM solutions for global business units.
- Optimized existing applications by designing efficient ASO cubes and strategic partitioning, resulting in a 40% reduction in processing time.
- Managed a team of 3 developers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and project delivery oversight.
- Automated financial reporting processes for over 200 global users, boosting reporting accuracy by 25%.
- Drove strategic planning sessions with C-level stakeholders, ensuring EPM roadmaps aligned with key business objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings.
- Mentored junior analysts on best practices and analytical techniques.
- Gained extensive training on experience with ARCS (Account Reconciliation Cloud Service) and NR (Narrative Reporting), enhancing end-to-end EPM solution capabilities
Principal Essbase/Hyperion Planning Consultant
Allegis Services India Private Limited
Chennai
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed a portfolio of concurrent Essbase and Hyperion Planning projects for Fortune 500 automotive clients across MEA, APAC, and South America.
- Led requirement gathering workshops with finance leadership to define business needs and formulate solution architectures.
- Directed development teams in creating complex financial models, managing over $2 billion in annual budgeting and forecasting.
- Implemented standardized development frameworks across multiple projects, enhancing delivery efficiency by 30%.
- Designed and delivered comprehensive training programs for over 200 end users across global finance teams.
Hyperion Planning Consultant & Team Lead
Aadhityaa IT Services Private Limited
Bangalore
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Led end-to-end implementation of a Hyperion Essbase P&L application for Mobily KSA, supporting $1.5 billion in annual budgeting.
- Managed a team of 4 developers, ensuring project timelines, quality assurance, and successful client deliverables.
- Established governance frameworks and support procedures for Hyperion environments, serving over 100 users.
- Collaborated with teams to gather requirements and define project scope.
- Developed comprehensive documentation standards and streamlined knowledge transfer processes.
- Coordinated effectively with offshore and on-site teams across KSA and India, ensuring seamless project execution and success.
- Facilitated training sessions for team members on planning tools and methodologies.
Essbase and Planning support Consulatant
Progressive Technology Solutions
Bangalore
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Provided expert-level support for Cisco's global Finance BI applications, serving over 2000 users worldwide.
- Mentored junior team members and developed comprehensive troubleshooting guides for complex Essbase issues.
- Implemented proactive monitoring solutions, successfully reducing critical incidents by 45%.
- Conducted training sessions for users on new system features and updates.
Hyperion Planning Functional Support
Collabera Technologies Private Limited
Bengaluru
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Delivered Hyperion Planning functional support for MF Global's global financial consolidation processes.
- Managed incident resolution and change management for critical financial systems.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Master of Computer Applications - Computer And Information Systems
Osmania University
Hyderabad05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Acharya Nagarjuna University
Guntur03-2006
Skills
- Oracle EPM Cloud
- Hyperion Essbase
- Hyperion Planning
- Narrative Reporting
- Data Management
- SQL
- ETL
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
Accomplishments
- Architected and implemented Oracle EPM Cloud solutions, significantly reducing processing time by 40% through optimized ASO cube design and strategic partitioning.
- Spearheaded month-end close optimization initiatives, decreasing the closing cycle from 7 to 4 days through advanced process automation.
- Directed development teams in creating complex financial models, managing over $2 billion in annual budgeting and forecasting for Fortune 500 automotive clients.
- Implemented proactive monitoring solutions for global Finance BI applications, successfully reducing critical incidents by 45% and improving reporting accuracy by 25%.
Accomplishments - Awards
- Top Performer - PayPal, 2022
- Top Performer - PayPal, 2023
- Top Performer - PayPal, 2025
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Telugu
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
kannada
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Senior Analyst, Enterprise Systems Oracle EPM
PayPal India Private Limited
01.2019 - 12.2025
Principal Essbase/Hyperion Planning Consultant
Allegis Services India Private Limited
01.2017 - 01.2019
Hyperion Planning Consultant & Team Lead
Aadhityaa IT Services Private Limited
01.2013 - 01.2017
Essbase and Planning support Consulatant
Progressive Technology Solutions
01.2012 - 01.2013
Hyperion Planning Functional Support
Collabera Technologies Private Limited
01.2011 - 12.2011
Master of Computer Applications - Computer And Information Systems
Osmania University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Acharya Nagarjuna University