Microsoft Dynamics Finance Functional Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Microsoft Dynamics Finance Functional Analyst with proven experience on the full capability of Microsoft
Dynamics application with emphasis on General Ledger, Purchasing and Contract Management, Project
Accounting, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, Budgeting and Grant Accounting to work with multiple
teams composed of technical and business analysts to provide support and lead team to utilization of
Microsoft Dynamics to its full capacity.
Individual must be well versed in functional aspects of various Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and
Operations modules with insight into technical aspects.
Individual must be able to define requirements based on current functionality and SME knowledge, as
well as be able to map requirements to test scripts and validate not only documented requirements but
validate current functionality against identified business processes and test scenarios. Expertise in
working closely with technical resources to map functional design to technical design isrequired.
Essential Job Functions:
(Duties listed are neither intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be
assigned.)
Provide On-going Support
Functional liaison with technical team for issues or enhancements needing IT support. Including
working with users to provide applicable functional specifications and system testing of patches and
enhancements.
Provide daily user support and troubleshooting of issues.
Work with functional users to ensure continuous effective use of system to include utilizing
additional delivered functionality.
Work with functional team to gather and document requirements to apply system solutions to
business problems.
Provide power user support in creation of custom forms and reports for shared team use.
Provide leadership in the development of functional skills in others through active knowledge
sharing.
Assist in managing requests from stakeholders following the change management process.
Develop change request business cases (i.e., define the problem, pros, cons, suggestions,
cost/benefit analysis, recommendations)
Provide on-going formal internal training as needed.
Working with team on requirements for RFP s.
Assist in evaluation of proposals in response to solicitations.
Manage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records
Management Policies and Procedures.
Perform other functional analyst support duties as needed.

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Periodic Formal System Review for Effective utilization and Productivity improvements: As requested
lead to:
Identify and document business process challenges.
Identify Business Process re-engineering opportunities for existing and future modules and
processes.
All other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Essential to Job Functions:
Advanced knowledge of Finance business practices, workflow analysis, business systems design,
and process re-engineering.
Advanced knowledge of automated systems testing procedures, data conversion analyses,
transaction processing and troubleshooting application.
Exemplified superior knowledge in understanding of business requirements, processes and
implementation approaches for four or more of the following Microsoft Dynamics modules: General
Ledger, Purchasing and Contract Management, Project Accounting, Fixed Assets, Accounts
Payable, Budgeting and Grant Accounting.
Superior technical proficiency creating and updating custom reports. utilizing Management
Reporter, Power BI, SQL Server Report Builder, and other available tools.
Provide experience modifying forms and creating new custom forms with SSRS.
Proven experience in requirement gathering, fit/gap analysis, documenting design, test planning
and execution, training strategy, and overall implementation planning.
Accountable and strong rapport with technical counterpart and user community.
Must have strong writing skills and able to create functional specifications, design documents,
training materials, test scripts, etc.
Superior technical proficiency with SQL for reviewing data, troubleshooting and testing/validating
source system data.
Working knowledge of project management principles and techniques.
Demonstrated skill in verbal and written communications, making presentations before groups and
committees, and working and/or leading effectively and cooperatively with staff and management.
Demonstrated skill in analysis and problem solving including determining priorities, producing fully
developed quality recommendations to decision makers.
Demonstrated commitment and understanding of best practices in quality customer service.
Willing to provide leadership in the development of functional skills in others through active
knowledge sharing.
Required Software Knowledge and Skills Essential to Job Functions:
Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with
performance assigned work is essential. Basic problem-solving skills associated with software
applications used is expected. Software usage relevant to job duties will be evaluated.
Software applications:
Advanced knowledge of MS Office products (with emphasis on Excel, Project, and Visio (or other
flowcharting software)).
Safety Responsibility:
Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and
the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures and policies.
Take an active part in reporting unsafe conditions and any hazards within the workplace to their
Supervisor, Manager and/or the Safety Department.

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Qualifications:
Training and/or Education:
BA/BS degree in Business Administration or Management Information Systems or other
closely related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Required Experience:
Combined minimum of 5 years of operational and implementation experience with Microsoft
Dynamics Finance and Operations (AX2012 and/or D365).
8 + years proven ERP system implementation experience.
2+ full Microsoft Dynamics Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)implementations
Worked as Financials Functional Lead 2+ implementation and/or upgrade projects.
A minimum of 8 years working in a functional/business analyst role supporting financial
systems.
Experience with workflow approval configuration and processing
Proven experience developing KPI based reports.
Proven experience configuring financial statements.
Nice to Have:
Experience working with a Transit agency.
Licenses or Certificates:
Possess a valid Driver's License. Acquire a Virginia Driver's License within 60 days after the date of
hire (in instances when an out of state license is not the applicant's current state of residence).