Functional Consultant

Job Description: Functional Lead - Finance (Dynamics 365) - Pharma Sector (Antwerp)

Location: Antwerp, Belgium

Assignment Duration: At least 5 months (with extension possibility)

Start Date: ASAP

Travel Requirement: Occasional travel (1x/month)

Company: Protiviti Consultancy

Client: International Pharmaceutical Company

Position Overview:

Protiviti is seeking a skilled and experienced Functional Lead for Finance to join our consultancy team and support a critical Dynamics 365 (D365) project with our international client in the pharmaceutical sector. Based in Antwerp, this role will be pivotal in ensuring the successful implementation of D365 for Finance, aligning business needs with system capabilities, and overseeing the deployment of solutions that enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.

As a Functional Lead, you will collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, design solutions, and ensure that D365 configurations meet the specific needs of the finance team. This role will involve system configuration, data migration, testing, and supporting the adoption of the system across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Requirement Gathering:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements specific to finance operations.
• Translate business needs into technical requirements to guide the design and implementation of D365 solutions.

Solution Design:

• Map business needs to the capabilities of Dynamics 365 for Finance, ensuring that the solution aligns with the organization's strategic goals and processes.
• Design customized solutions within the D365 platform to meet specific financial process requirements

System Configuration:

• Configure Dynamics 365 for Finance applications to meet the business and functional requirements, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with business processes.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure configuration is in line with best practices and business goals.

Data Migration:

• Oversee the data migration process for finance, including the sourcing, cleansing, mapping, transforming, and importing of financial data into D365.
• Ensure data integrity and consistency throughout the migration process.

Integration:

• Manage the integration of D365 Finance with other line-of-business applications and external systems.
• Ensure seamless data flow between systems to support accurate financial reporting and operations.

Testing:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive test strategy for finance, including system and functional testing, to validate that D365 is configured to meet business needs.
• Coordinate testing activities, identify defects, and ensure timely resolution of issues.

User Acceptance Testing (UAT):

• Orchestrate and manage UAT for finance to ensure the solution meets business requirements and is ready for production.
• Engage stakeholders and end-users to provide feedback and confirm the system meets their expectations.

Training:

• Develop and deliver training programs for end-users and administrators to ensure they can effectively use the D365 Finance solution.
• Create user guides, training materials, and other documentation to support system adoption.

Deployment:

• Plan and manage the deployment of the D365 Finance solution into the production environment, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Coordinate with IT teams and stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition to go-live.

Support:

• Provide post-implementation support for finance, addressing any issues or questions that arise post-deployment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve functional issues with the D365 Finance solution.

Documentation:

• Create and maintain thorough documentation related to system configuration for finance, process workflows, and training materials.
• Ensure all documentation is up-to-date and accessible for ongoing support and training.

Change Management:

• Drive change management efforts, including preparing the finance team and stakeholders for the transition to D365.
• Develop strategies to encourage user adoption and ensure a smooth transition to new systems and processes.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the quality of deliverables and adherence to best practices throughout the implementation process.
• Monitor and maintain the integrity of the system's design and configuration to ensure it meets business objectives and compliance requirements.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Functional Lead for Dynamics 365 Finance, with a deep understanding of financial processes (R2R, P2P, OTC).
• Strong experience in system configuration and solution design within D365 Finance.
• Extensive knowledge of data migration processes and integration with other business systems.
• Experience managing UAT and system testing for complex finance applications.
• Excellent communication skills in English (both written and spoken).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, business users, and external partners.
• Familiarity with change management practices and driving user adoption strategies.
• Experience with the pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors is a plus.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and challenging role within a leading international pharmaceutical client.
• Opportunity to play a key role in the successful implementation of D365 Finance, improving business processes and enhancing financial operations.
• Competitive compensation and a supportive, collaborative work environment with experienced professionals at Protiviti.
• Potential for assignment extension based on performance and project needs.

If you are a skilled and proactive Functional Lead with a strong background in Dynamics 365 Finance and a passion for optimizing financial processes, we invite you to apply and join Protiviti for this exciting opportunity.

Protiviti is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.