About the role
Description: Business Central Systems Specialist with Strong Finance, Accounting, and Technical Integration Expertise
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Business Central Systems Specialist with a strong background in finance and accounting, complemented by hands-on experience in database integration and technical systems management. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in configuring, optimizing, and integrating Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central systems, while ensuring that financial and accounting processes align with organizational goals. This is a key opportunity for a motivated professional to combine technical expertise with finance acumen to drive seamless enterprise operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Systems Management and Optimization:
Configure and customize Business Central to meet organizational business requirements.
Maintain system performance, perform troubleshooting, and apply updates or patches.
Implement enhancements and ensure scalability for future business needs.
Finance and Accounting Expertise:
Partner with the finance team to align Business Central workflows with accounting standards such as GAAP or IFRS.
Optimize financial processes including general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting through advanced system configurations.
Deliver end-to-end system setups for key financial processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Data Integration and Technical Oversight:
Design and execute database integrations between Business Central and external systems or tools (e.g., ERP tools, CRM platforms, or third-party applications).
Leverage APIs and middleware to integrate Business Central with other enterprise systems for seamless data flow.
Monitor integrations for performance and troubleshoot any connectivity or data issues.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Act as a liaison between finance, IT, and other business units to ensure system capabilities meet operational needs.
Provide training and support to finance teams on the effective use of Business Central.
Coordinate cross-functional projects related to system improvements, migrations, or integrations.
Reporting and Analytics:
- Develop automated reports and dashboards within Business Central to help stakeholders make informed decisions.
- Enable real-time financial insights by optimizing data connections and reporting tools.
- Ensure data integrity in all reporting outputs across systems.
- Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
- Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles with exposure to ERP systems.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, particularly in system configuration and process optimization.
- Technical Skills:
- Advanced knowledge of database integration and API tools, such as SQL Server, Power Automate, or similar platforms.
- Experience with cloud-based systems and integrations (e.g., Azure, Power BI).
- Familiarity with scripting languages or middleware solutions is an advantage (e.g., C#, JavaScript).
- Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
- Ability to work independently and proactively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
About Robert Half
Robert Half, the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm, connects opportunities at great companies with highly skilled job seekers. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for roles in finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support. Named to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies and 100 Best Companies to Work For® lists and a Forbes Best Employer for Diversity, Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®. Robert Half is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: RHI) and is a member of the S&P 500 index.
About the role
Description: Business Central Systems Specialist with Strong Finance, Accounting, and Technical Integration Expertise
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Business Central Systems Specialist with a strong background in finance and accounting, complemented by hands-on experience in database integration and technical systems management. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in configuring, optimizing, and integrating Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central systems, while ensuring that financial and accounting processes align with organizational goals. This is a key opportunity for a motivated professional to combine technical expertise with finance acumen to drive seamless enterprise operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Systems Management and Optimization:
Configure and customize Business Central to meet organizational business requirements.
Maintain system performance, perform troubleshooting, and apply updates or patches.
Implement enhancements and ensure scalability for future business needs.
Finance and Accounting Expertise:
Partner with the finance team to align Business Central workflows with accounting standards such as GAAP or IFRS.
Optimize financial processes including general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting through advanced system configurations.
Deliver end-to-end system setups for key financial processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Data Integration and Technical Oversight:
Design and execute database integrations between Business Central and external systems or tools (e.g., ERP tools, CRM platforms, or third-party applications).
Leverage APIs and middleware to integrate Business Central with other enterprise systems for seamless data flow.
Monitor integrations for performance and troubleshoot any connectivity or data issues.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Act as a liaison between finance, IT, and other business units to ensure system capabilities meet operational needs.
Provide training and support to finance teams on the effective use of Business Central.
Coordinate cross-functional projects related to system improvements, migrations, or integrations.
Reporting and Analytics:
- Develop automated reports and dashboards within Business Central to help stakeholders make informed decisions.
- Enable real-time financial insights by optimizing data connections and reporting tools.
- Ensure data integrity in all reporting outputs across systems.
- Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
- Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles with exposure to ERP systems.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, particularly in system configuration and process optimization.
- Technical Skills:
- Advanced knowledge of database integration and API tools, such as SQL Server, Power Automate, or similar platforms.
- Experience with cloud-based systems and integrations (e.g., Azure, Power BI).
- Familiarity with scripting languages or middleware solutions is an advantage (e.g., C#, JavaScript).
- Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
- Ability to work independently and proactively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
About Robert Half
Robert Half, the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm, connects opportunities at great companies with highly skilled job seekers. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for roles in finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support. Named to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies and 100 Best Companies to Work For® lists and a Forbes Best Employer for Diversity, Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®. Robert Half is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: RHI) and is a member of the S&P 500 index.