ERP System Analyst; Accounting

Position Summary

As the ERP Systems Analyst (Accounting SME), serve as the primary Finance/Accounting point of contact for our Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central implementation. This role will help lead Finance through the transition to a modern Microsoft stack—educating and supporting current users, ensuring Finance best practices are carried forward, and driving Finance readiness through configuration validation, testing, cutover support, and go-live stabilization.

The role also owns Finance reporting requirements and sign-off (BI develops the reports) and provides ongoing Finance ERP ticket support.

• Act as the day‑to‑day Finance/Accounting SME for the Business Central implementation, serving as the Finance point of contact to the implementation partner and internal ERP/BI team.
• Ensure Finance best practices and controls are carried forward into Business Central by validating design and configuration choices that impact Finance and close stability.
• Support Finance processes in scope (as applicable): GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Bank/Cash Management, dimensions, posting setup, approvals/workflows, and period close.
• Validate Finance setup and outcomes including:
  • Chart of accounts + dimensions structure and reporting impacts
  • Posting setup (posting groups, account mappings, subledger‑to‑GL flow)
  • Close‑critical configurations affecting controls, audit trails, and reconciliations
• Drive Finance execution for implementation milestones:
  • UAT & regression: coordinate/support Finance testing, define scenarios (including edge cases), execute/support tests, log defects clearly, validate fixes, and support Finance sign‑off.
  • Cutover readiness: support trial conversions; validate opening balances and key master data; complete tie‑outs (subledger‑to‑GL, trial balance comparisons, key report validation).
  • Go‑live & hypercare: triage Finance issues, coordinate fixes with ERP/IT/vendor teams, communicate workarounds, and stabilize Finance operations.
  • User enablement: educate and support current users with job aids, training inputs, and “day 1” guidance for critical transactions and close activities.

• Own and manage Finance reporting requirements and sign‑off for manufacturing and close reporting; partner with the BI Developer who builds the reports.
• Ensure delivery and ongoing accuracy of required reports, including inventory valuation & roll‑forwards, WIP impacts, PPV, variance drivers, E&O reserve support, and margin views (actual vs standard / absorbed vs actual, as applicable).
• Maintain reporting governance (definitions, refresh cadence, controls) and perform recurring GL tie‑outs, driving resolution of exceptions with ERP/BI, Accounting, and Operations stakeholders.

• Manage and triage Finance‑related tickets for Business Central (how‑to/process vs defect vs data vs access vs reporting).
• Resolve functional/process issues where possible; coordinate fixes with ERP/IT/vendor teams and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Reduce repeat issues through root‑cause follow‑up, lightweight documentation, and user guidance.

• Duties are performed primarily in a smoke‑free manufacturing environment.
• We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean and organized environment, fostering a sense of pride and ownership in our space.
• Our culture is rich in diversity, quality, safety, fun, and respect, creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.
• We are dedicated to professionalism and growth, continually striving to improve and excel in all we do.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in accounting/finance operations, ERP finance support, or finance systems roles.
• Strong accounting fundamentals: journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, month‑end close.
• Strong Excel skills for validation, tie‑outs, and reconciliation support.
• Strong communication skills across Finance, ERP/BI, IT, vendors, and operations.

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