Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Business Analyst - 100% Remote at Entellimetrix LLC

We are seeking a talented and experienced Microsoft D365 Business Analyst with expertise in the financial modules to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the successful implementation and ongoing support of Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions.

The Business Analyst will collaborate with various stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, identify opportunities for process improvements, and translate them into functional specifications for configuration and customization.

Essential Functions

• Analyzes, documents, evaluates and tests current business systems to create Business Requirements Documents.
• Consults with business unit management and personnel to identify and document business needs and objectives, current operational procedures, problems, input and output requirements, data scope, usage, formatting, and security requirements.
• Guides the business in implementing best practices in their business processes and effective usage of tools and technologies employed.
• Possesses leadership and organizational skills required to lead cross-functional/departmental projects.
• Possesses good communication / listening skills.
• Provides business level technical assistance in identifying, evaluating, and developing systems and procedures.
• Has in-depth knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures for conducting business analysis and is proficient in conducting business requirements sessions. Consults with business unit management and personnel to obtain additional information during system development and evaluate alternatives.
• Writes detailed descriptions of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify systems.
• Consults and coordinates with systems analysts (external or internal), programmers (external or internal) and vendors to develop automated business systems.
• Develops, coordinates, tests and implements plans to test business and functional processes during system development and quality assurance testing.
• Assist with new software/hardware implementation including initial training, follow-up support, and ongoing continuous improvement.
• Tracks and documents changes to functional and business specifications.
• Creates or assists others in writing of user documentation, instructions, and procedures.
• Monitors and documents post-implementation problems and revision requests.
• May supervise 2-5 Business Analysts.
• May perform other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• Needs 10+ years of related experience and one of the 3 listed below:
  • Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or University

OR

• Advanced Certification and 2 years of experience

OR

• Equivalent combination of education and experience

 Skills

• Technical Skills
  • Functional skills implementing and supporting a Tier 1 ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009/2012 and/or D365 modules Finance & Operations (preferred).
  • Modelling complex business processes using Visio or other Process Modelling tools.
  • Experience in CPG / Manufacturing industry a plus.
  • For Finance role, functional knowledge and understanding of General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Payables, Receivables, EDI.
  • For Supply Chain role, functional knowledge and understanding of Manufacturing, Shipping, Inventory Management, Procurement, Logistics, EDI.
  • For Sales role, functional knowledge and understanding of Sales, Order Management, Pricing, Distribution, Customer Relationship, EDI
• Other Skills
  • Strong interpersonal, problem solving and conflict management skills.
  • Analytical skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrate a positive customer service orientation with both internal and external clients.
  • Detail oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
  • Self-motivated and have a desire to continually learn as they go.