Functional Consultant

Summary: The role of Functional Consultant involves supporting a client in the final stages of their Dynamics 365 Business Central implementation, focusing on finance function gaps prior to go-live. The consultant will work closely with the Finance Controller and finance team to refine system setup, ensure alignment with accounting processes, and deliver training to end users. This hands-on position requires expertise in Business Central's finance modules and a solid understanding of accounting principles. The goal is to ensure a smooth transition and user adoption of the new system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Finance Controller and finance team to finalise system configuration within Business Central
• Support and optimise key finance areas including: Export banking files, General Ledger (GL), Deposits, Fixed Assets
• Identify and resolve gaps in the current finance setup ahead of go-live
• Provide hands-on guidance and training to finance users on system functionality
• Ensure the system is configured in line with accounting best practices and business needs
• Support user adoption and confidence in using Business Central

Key Skills:

• Strong experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central (Finance modules)
• Proven ability to configure Business Central to meet finance requirements
• Solid understanding of accounting principles within Business Central
• Experience working closely with finance stakeholders (e.g. Finance Controller, transactional teams)
• Ability to deliver clear, practical user training
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Desirable: Fully or part-qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA / CIMA / ACA)

Salary (Rate): £75.00/hr

City: Birmingham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT