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SIVAKUMAR SENTHILVEL

Summary

Innovative HCM Cloud Solution Architect with expertise in Global HR Absence Management and Payroll. Successfully revamped system performance, achieving a 20% efficiency increase through streamlined processes and user engagement.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HCM Cloud Solution Architect

Smact Works
05.2025 - Current
  • Revamped system performance by resolving 95% of post-implementation issues and integrating user feedback, resulting in a 20% improvement in efficiency.
  • Designed and configured HR, Absence, Benefits, Time and Labor and Oracle recruiting Cloud.

· Automated life event processing (marriage, birth, employment changes) to trigger real-time benefits updates.

· Managed open enrolment workflows, including self-service portals for employee elections and dependent coverage.

· Designed and deployed tailored Journeys for key HR workflows—such as onboarding new hires, guiding employees through benefits enrolment, and supporting career transitions—using Oracle Journeys Launchpad and Creator.

· Configured and managed journey templates, tasks, and resources to support a variety of employee needs, from benefits selection to job application and onboarding.

· Provided end-user training and documentation for HR teams and employees on how to launch, track, and complete Journeys within Oracle Cloud HCM.

Supported data integration between Oracle Journeys, Benefits, and Recruiting Cloud to ensure accurate, timely information flow, and reporting.

· Collaborated with HR, Finance, and IT teams to analyze payroll requirements, troubleshoot integration issues, and ensure seamless payroll operations.

· Conducted comprehensive data mapping, cleansing, and validation to ensure accuracy and integrity during migration from legacy payroll systems to Oracle Fusion Payroll.

· Utilized HCM Data Loader (HDL) and spreadsheet loaders to import payroll setup and employee transactional data, including elements, element links, balances, and costing details

· Configured and managed end-to-end recruitment processes using Oracle Recruiting Cloud, including requisition management, job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and offer management.

· Configured requisition templates, approval workflows, and candidate selection processes to streamline recruitment operations.

· Designed career sites, job application flows, and pre-screening questionnaires to enhance candidate experience.

· Developed offer letter templates and automated candidate notifications using Oracle Recruiting Cloud features.

Senior Project Manager

Hexaware Technologies
03.2024 - 03.2025
  • Led project scope preparation, governance setup, team assembly, and comprehensive project planning.
  • Conducted Current State Analysis and Future State Design to achieve 20% efficiency improvement.
  • Configured Oracle Journeys in Oracle Fusion Benefits and Recruiting Cloud for automated employee experiences.
  • Designed tailored Journeys for key HR workflows, including onboarding and benefits enrollment.
  • Automated candidate communications, notifications, and interview self-scheduling to enhance candidate engagement.
  • Integrated Oracle Recruiting Cloud with third-party platforms to streamline recruitment operations.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining data integrity across global processes.
  • Delivered effective solutions for Time and Labor and Absence module challenges, ensuring system reliability.

Principal Consultant

Avalon Software Services
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Spearheaded the successful implementation of Oracle Learning Cloud and Recruiting Cloud, enhancing user engagement by 30%.

Project Manager

Wipro Technologies
10.2019 - 10.2023
  • Spearheaded the end-to-end delivery of five Oracle Fusion HCM implementations, improving HR processes and enhancing user experience post-deployment.
  • Planned and executed comprehensive activities, including business requirements gathering, configuration, CRP testing cycles, system integration testing, end-user training, and cut-over planning.
  • Streamlined absence management processes by automating leave accruals, requests, approvals, and tracking using Core HR functionalities.
  • Managed data loading and conversions for employee benefits using HCM Data Loader (HDL), including workforce, worker, and salary information.
  • Customized security roles and access for Oracle Fusion Benefits, including data roles, job roles, application roles, and duty roles, via Security Console.
  • Provided end-user support and training for benefits administration, payroll integration, and self-service enrollment processes.
  • Designed and developed custom reports and workflows to automate benefit processes and improve operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with HR and payroll teams to resolve complex benefit-related issues and ensure seamless integration with other HCM modules.
  • Collaborated with HR and business stakeholders to identify and map business requirements to Oracle Journeys, ensuring seamless integration with Benefits and Recruiting modules.
  • Enabled cross-functional Journeys by connecting Benefits, Recruiting, and other HCM modules to deliver a unified, guided employee experience across all lifecycle stages.
  • Configured and managed journey templates, tasks, and resources to support a variety of employee needs, from benefits selection to job application and onboarding.
  • Maintained and enhanced Oracle Fusion Benefits configurations to support evolving business needs and regulatory compliance.
  • Facilitated Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to drive continuous improvement and team collaboration.
  • Collaborated with product owners to manage and prioritize backlogs, translating stakeholder requirements into actionable user stories and deliverables.
  • Managed and maintained centralized employee records within Oracle Fusion HCM, ensuring accurate and secure data storage for workforce management.
  • Coached and mentored internal teams, building expertise in Oracle HCM products and streamlining routine annual tasks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot integration issues and optimize end-to-end HR, Benefits, Absence, and Payroll processes.
  • Develop and deliver payroll reports using HCM Extracts, BI Publisher, and OTBI to support audits and statutory requirements.
  • Ensure payroll configuration and processing comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Support payroll integrations with other HCM modules and external systems, ensuring data consistency and compliance.
  • Designed and configured global benefits plans (health, retirement, life insurance) with eligibility rules, contribution models, and compliance logic.
  • Configured Oracle Fusion Benefits modules, including eligibility profiles, benefit programs, plans, and enrollment rules to meet client specifications.

Senior HCM Functional Consultant

Aspire Systems
02.2019 - 09.2019
  • Mentored a team of 10 members, enhancing project success rates by 20% through effective coaching and motivation.
  • Drove strategic priorities and project management for Oracle HCM Cloud implementation, benefiting 5,000+ global users and enhancing HR operations.

HCM Consultant

Cognizant
03.2014 - 02.2019
  • Accelerated cloud adoption for 30+ customers by aligning their processes with industry-leading HCM Cloud practices, enhancing efficiency by 20%.
  • Engineered and delivered innovative solutions for the Fusion HCM suite, enhancing Core HR and Payroll functionalities for 10+ clients.
  • Managed and was accountable for the UK and US regions, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of solutions.
  • Guided customers in the adoption of Oracle Cloud HCM, mapping business processes to best practices and ensuring faster cloud journey transitions.
  • Advised customers on the modular approach to adopting cloud models, ensuring seamless alignment with their HR needs.
  • Led the solution design and delivery of the Oracle E-Business Suite (EBiz), including Core HR and Absence.
  • Collaborated closely with key stakeholders during all phases of implementation, including requirement gathering, Conference Room Pilots (CRP), and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
  • Managed multiple clients and projects simultaneously, leading a team of 15 onshore and offshore members, and mentoring them to function as self-sufficient units.

Senior HRMS Consultant

Doyensys
01.2013 - 02.2014
  • Spearheaded the implementation of the Manager Self-Service HR system, enhancing HR efficiency by 30%.
  • Contributed to the successful customization of Oracle HR/Payroll and SSHR modules, enhancing system efficiency by 25%.

Oracle HRMS Consultant

Tata Consultancy Services
10.2009 - 01.2013
  • Led customization of Oracle HR/payroll for 500+ employees, boosting efficiency by 20%.
  • Developed functional and technical documents that drove success in 5+ projects, improving business requirement assessments by 20%.
  • Engineered comprehensive functional and technical mapping documents, facilitating the success of 5+ projects and enhancing business requirements assessment by 20%.

Oracle HRMS Consultant

Compusoft Inc
11.2007 - 03.2009
  • Evaluated 15 underutilized local financial systems across 5 regions, enhancing the standardization of global HR data by 30%.
  • Executed nine localizations in Oracle R12 HR system, enhancing global HR reporting and reducing payroll processing time by 20%.

Oracle HRMS Technical Consultant

Artech Info
10.2006 - 09.2007
  • Designed and implemented 15+ RDF and PL/SQL reports using Report Builder 10g, enhancing data accessibility for five Oracle Application modules.

Software Developer

Celtic Technologies
Chennai
07.2003 - 10.2006
  • Created and implemented inbound and outbound payroll interfaces using [specific technology], improving processing time by 30% and enhancing reporting accuracy.

Education

MBA - Human Resources And Systems

University of Madras
India
01.2011

Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technology

SASTRA
India
01.2003

Skills

  • Global HR Absence Management
  • Payroll
  • Oracle Recruiting Cloud
  • Benefits
  • Time and Labor
  • Absence Management
  • Talent Management

Certification

  • Oracle HCM Cloud Certified, 01/31/28
  • PMP-certified by PMI, 01/31/28

Timeline

HCM Cloud Solution Architect

Smact Works
05.2025 - Current

Senior Project Manager

Hexaware Technologies
03.2024 - 03.2025

Principal Consultant

Avalon Software Services
10.2023 - 03.2024

Project Manager

Wipro Technologies
10.2019 - 10.2023

Senior HCM Functional Consultant

Aspire Systems
02.2019 - 09.2019

HCM Consultant

Cognizant
03.2014 - 02.2019

Senior HRMS Consultant

Doyensys
01.2013 - 02.2014

Oracle HRMS Consultant

Tata Consultancy Services
10.2009 - 01.2013

Oracle HRMS Consultant

Compusoft Inc
11.2007 - 03.2009

Oracle HRMS Technical Consultant

Artech Info
10.2006 - 09.2007

Software Developer

Celtic Technologies
07.2003 - 10.2006

MBA - Human Resources And Systems

University of Madras

Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technology

SASTRA