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FP & A Systems Administrator

Silgan · Brookfield, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 20, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

Tell me about a time you improved a planning process by changing how the system worked.

What they are checking: Whether they think about the finance process, not just the software, which fits the 30 percent FP&A part of the role.

How do you train finance users who aren't comfortable with the system?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain tools simply and build user confidence.

What would you do

Budget season is starting and users keep hitting the same issue. How do you support them while also fixing the root problem?

What they are checking: Whether they balance quick user support with long-term fixes during busy periods.

How do you work with Oracle and outside implementation partners when something isn't working?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage vendors and partners to get issues resolved on time.

A finance manager wants a new report built by tomorrow. You know it'll take longer to do right. What do you say?

What they are checking: Whether they set realistic expectations and offer an interim option.

About the work

Tell me about your experience administering Oracle EPBCS. What parts of the system have you owned?

What they are checking: Whether they have real hands-on admin experience, since most of the role is system ownership.

How would you troubleshoot a business rule that's producing wrong numbers in a forecast?

What they are checking: Whether they can trace calculations through rules, data and metadata to find the problem.

Walk me through how you manage metadata changes, like adding a new plant or account, without breaking existing forms or reports.

What they are checking: Whether they plan and test changes carefully in a test environment before production.

How do you handle data loads from the ERP into EPBCS, and what do you check after each load?

What they are checking: Whether they validate integrations so finance trusts what's in the system.

How do you handle Oracle's quarterly updates to EPBCS?

What they are checking: Whether they test updates ahead of time so cloud changes don't surprise users.

How do you manage security and access so people only see the data they should?

What they are checking: Whether they understand role-based security in planning systems.

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The full job description

As published by Silgan.

FP&A Systems Administrator in Waukesha, WI Silgan Containers, North America’s leading metal food packaging manufacturer, is hiring a full-time FP&A Systems Administrator to support our Oracle Enterprise Planning and Budgeting Cloud Service (EPBCS) platform and financial planning processes. This role is ideal for an experienced Oracle EPM professional who enjoys combining financial systems expertise with FP&A. You’ll play an important role in maintaining and improving Oracle EPBCS while partnering with Finance and business teams to support budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial planning. About the Role: As an FP&A Systems Administrator, you’ll serve as the primary administrator and technical resource for Oracle EPBCS, helping ensure the system is reliable, effective, and aligned with the needs of the Finance organization. Approximately 70% of the role will focus on Oracle EPBCS administration, implementation, optimization, troubleshooting, and user support, with the remaining 30% supporting FP&A activities. This combination provides an opportunity to apply your technical expertise while staying connected to the financial planning processes and business needs the system supports. You’ll collaborate with Finance, IT, business stakeholders, Oracle, and external implementation partners to improve system functionality, streamline processes, and support the continued development of our financial planning capabilities. Why Join Silgan? • Annual Salary based on several factors, such as years of experience, education, unique skills, performance, labor market conditions, and location. • High-impact role supporting a critical enterprise financial planning platform. • Opportunity to apply and expand your Oracle EPBCS expertise. • Balance of approximately 70% financial systems administration and 30% FP&A. • Opportunity to contribute to future phases of Oracle EPBCS implementation and system enhancements. • Annual salary is based on several factors, such as years of experience, education, unique skills, performance, labor market conditions, and location. • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits. • Access to virtual healthcare through our telemedicine program. • Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance and chronic condition support. • 401k retirement savings plan with a 6 percent dollar-for-dollar employer match. • 15 paid vacation days and 10 holidays annually. • Tuition assistance and career development opportunities. • A stable, inclusive, and purpose-driven workplace in a thriving industry. What You’ll Do: • Serve as the primary system administrator for Oracle Enterprise Planning and Budgeting Cloud Service (EPBCS). • Configure, maintain, and optimize Oracle EPBCS applications, metadata, business rules, security, forms, dashboards, workflows, and reporting. • Lead annual budget setup and initialization within Oracle EPBCS. • Support future phases of Oracle EPBCS implementation and system enhancements. • Troubleshoot system issues, respond to user questions, and coordinate complex issues with Oracle and external implementation partners when needed. • Maintain system integrity, user security, workflows, and application performance. • Identify opportunities to improve automation, reporting, and planning processes. • Develop and maintain system documentation, procedures, and end-user training materials. • Partner with Finance, IT, and business stakeholders to identify and implement system improvements. • Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and monthly planning processes through Oracle EPBCS. • Assist with financial reporting and analysis to maintain familiarity with business performance and planning needs. • Support monthly and quarterly financial reviews by preparing reports and providing system-generated insights. • Monitor forecast accuracy and assist in identifying key business drivers and variances. • Perform ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as requested. • Build collaborative relationships across Finance and other business functions. What You Bring: • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field. • 5+ years of experience administering Oracle Enterprise Planning and Budgeting Cloud Service (EPBCS) or a comparable Oracle EPM platform. • Demonstrated experience configuring, maintaining, and supporting Oracle EPBCS applications. • Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. • Experience managing metadata, business rules, security, forms, workflows, and reporting within Oracle EPBCS. • Ability to troubleshoot system issues and recommend process improvements. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. • Experience with JD Edwards and Tableau preferred. • Ability to build productive relationships with Finance, IT, and business stakeholders. • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a collaborative team environment. Why Silgan Containers? • As North America’s leading producer of metal food packaging, we support many of the world’s most trusted brands. We’re driving innovation and sustainability and building a people-first culture rooted in our values. • From using more recycled materials to investing in renewable energy and modern processes, we’re rethinking how food packaging is made and how we grow the teams behind it. • We're building a people-first culture rooted in innovation, performance, and purpose. Join us and be part of the Silgan legacy, where we build more than containers. We build careers. If you’re an experienced Oracle EPBCS professional looking for an opportunity to combine financial systems expertise with FP&A and make an impact across a large manufacturing organization, apply now to join Silgan Containers. LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis. Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

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