Learn & Master Oracle Cloud ERP Financials: Essential Tools for Finance Professionals (Mastering Oracle Cloud ERP)

Learn & Master Oracle Cloud ERP Financials: Essential Tools for Finance Professionals (Mastering Oracle Cloud ERP)

Learn & Master Oracle Cloud ERP Financials : Essential Tools for Finance Professionals This book offers practical, in-depth knowledge of Oracle Cloud ERP's core modules, including GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, and Cash Management. Explore crucial topics like intercompany accounting, revenue recognition (ASC 606/IFRS 15), and budgetary control, gaining actionable insights for real-world application. Each detailed chapter concludes with 10 multiple-choice questions and answers to test and reinforce your practical understanding, ensuring comprehensive mastery for finance professionals. Contents at a Glance Chapter 1: Introduction to Oracle Cloud ERP Financials: The Modern Finance Landscape 1.1 The Evolution of ERP and the Cloud Imperative for Finance 1.2 Key Modules within Oracle Cloud ERP Financials: Your Toolset for Success 1.3 Navigating the Oracle Cloud Interface: Your First Steps 1.4 Understanding the Financial Data Model and Architecture: The Backbone of Your Data 1.5 The Strategic Role of Finance Professionals in a Cloud ERP Environment Chapter 2: Enterprise Structures and Initial Setup: Building Your Financial Foundation 2.1 Understanding the Core Enterprise Structure Components 2.2 Configuring Your Chart of Accounts: The Foundation of Financial Reporting 2.3 Setting Up Calendars, Currencies, and Conversion Rates 2.4 Managing System Configurations for Financials Chapter 3: General Ledger (GL) Management: The Heart of Financial Reporting 3.1 Understanding Journal Entry Creation: The Building Blocks of the GL 3.2 Managing and Maintaining the Chart of Accounts: Staying Agile 3.3 Revaluations and Translations for Multi-Currency Environments 3.4 Performing Period Close Activities and Reconciliations: The Grand Finale Chapter 4: Accounts Payable (AP): Efficient Invoice to Pay Process 4.1 Supplier Management: The Foundation of AP 4.2 Invoice Processing: From Receipt to Validation 4.3 Payment Processing: Ensuring Timely and Accurate Payments 4.4 AP to GL Reconciliation: Ensuring Accuracy 4.5 Additional AP Considerations: Optimizing Your Process Chapter 5: Accounts Receivable (AR): Streamlining Order to Cash 5.1 Customer Management: The Foundation of AR 5.2 Invoice Creation: Generating Bills for Goods and Services 5.3 Receipt Processing and Application: Capturing and Matching Payments 5.4 Collections Management: Proactive Cash Recovery 5.5 AR to GL Reconciliation: Ensuring Financial Integrity 5.6 Additional AR Considerations: Optimizing Your Cash Flow Chapter 6: Cash Management: Optimizing Liquidity and Bank Reconciliation Chapter 7: Fixed Assets (FA): Lifecycle Management and Depreciation Chapter 8: Subledger Accounting (SLA): Mastering Accounting Rules and Derivations Chapter 9: Intercompany Accounting: Managing Transactions Across Entities Chapter 10: Revenue Management: Adhering to Revenue Recognition Standards (ASC 606/IFRS 15) Chapter 11: Tax Management: Configuring and Reporting on Taxes Chapter 12: Budgetary Control and Encumbrance Accounting: Managing Spend Chapter 13: Expenses: Managing Employee Reimbursements Chapter 14: Financial Reporting and Analytics: Gaining Insights from Data Chapter 15: Data Migration and Integrations: Connecting Your Ecosystem Chapter 16: Security and Controls: Protecting Your Financial Data Chapter 17: Period Close and Financial Consolidation: Mastering the Close Process Chapter 18: Troubleshooting and Common Issues: Solving Real-World Problems Chapter 19: Optimizing Financial Processes with AI and Automation Chapter 20: Best Practices for Implementation and Ongoing Management