Business Central Implementation Specialist
Overview We are working with a Hertford-based client who is seeking an experienced Dynamics 365 Business Central specialist to lead and spearhead the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central across the business.This is a hands-on interim role, ideal for a contractor who has successfully delivered end-to-end Business Central implementations and can confidently take ownership of the project, working closely with senior stakeholders, finance, and operational teams. Key Responsibilities
- Own and oversee the successful setup and configuration of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, ensuring the ERP is fully functional and fit for purpose
- Ensure end-to-end business and finance processes are correctly mapped, configured, and working as intended within the system
- Validate that data flows through the system cleanly and accurately across all relevant modules
- Take responsibility for data integrity, including reconciliation, validation, and issue resolution
- Identify gaps, weaknesses, or inefficiencies in current processes and system design, providing clear recommendations and solutions
- Lead and coordinate system testing, including unit testing, end-to-end testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT)
- Ensure the system is thoroughly tested, stable, and fully operational ahead of go-live
- Act as the key liaison between internal stakeholders and external implementation partners
- Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the implementation lifecycle
- Support go-live and immediate post-implementation stabilisation where required
- Proven experience leading Dynamics 365 Business Central implementations (essential)
- Strong understanding of finance processes (GL, AP, AR, reporting, budgeting)
- Experience working with implementation partners and third-party vendors
- Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, change-led environment
- Previous interim / contract experience highly desirable
- 3 days per week on-site in Hertford
- Remaining days flexible / remote