ERP Financials Project Manager (Microsoft Dynamics)

The candidate we are looking for should have a background in Finance and Accounting. This candidate should be able to leverage their knowledge while executing in the role of a project manager.

ERP Financials Project Manager Roles and Responsibilities -

Ensure a comprehensive communication plan is developed and followed to facilitate stakeholder awareness and education regarding the changes being implemented

Work to facilitate development of detailed workstream schedules in MS Project and oversee maintenance of those schedules to ensure they stay accurate and current

Produce accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout its life cycle

Ensure identification, analysis, and monitoring of program risks, issues, and action items

Work closely with the Test Lead to develop a thorough and thoughtfully designed test plan that encompasses all workstreams and addresses all facets of testing for the program

Maintain adherence to the established IT Project Governance framework (or a framework specifically designed for the ERP Program) while utilizing the appropriate project methodologies and change procedures

Effectively communicate and work with Business Users, Analysts, Project Managers, Developers, and all levels of management across the enterprise in a fast-paced environment.

Understand the challenges and current businesses process

Understand new requirements on top of existing functionality.

Gap / Fit Analysis for due diligence for existing functionalities with out of box functions in Microsoft Dynamics Finance and Operations (Microsoft Dynamics AX).

Creation of Functional design document to document the out of box requirements, gaps and integration requirements with test cases.

Participate in designing, development and testing of the extensions and reports for Microsoft Dynamics Finance and Operations (Microsoft Dynamics AX).

Identifying and managing the data migration from legacy Finance applications to Microsoft Dynamics Finance and Operations (Microsoft Dynamics AX).

Preparing users test scripts.

Facilitating the User acceptance testing (UAT)

Documents data mappings, data dictionaries, processes, programs and solutions as per established standards.

ERP Financials Project Manager Skills and Qualifications –

Experience designing, developing, testing, and implementing Finance ERP solutions using enterprise business process modeling, documenting, POC’s and workshops.

Deep understanding Finance ERP software like Microsoft Dynamics D365 / PeopleSoft Financials / Oracle EBS or SAP

Deep understanding of finance and accounting modules such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budgeting, Cash and Bank Management, Compliance, Cost Accounting, Fixed Assets, General Ledger, and others.

Understanding of Tax and GAAP accounting

Solid experience of working with Cloud ERP’s

Experience in managing successful ERP implementations

Experience in ERP configurations and technical knowledge a plus

Active program management experience

Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills

Experience in process re-engineering to drive efficiencies

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work well both independently and on teams

Effective problem solving and analytical skills

Ability to remain flexible and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Superior interpersonal skills and positive demeanor

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Expertise in Financial ERP's like Oracle, Workday or Microsoft Dynamics D365

Solid understanding of Financial business processes

Expert level knowledge of Finance and Accounting domain