Finance Business Systems Analyst

Finance Business Systems AnalystWe are working with a well-established and growing manufacturing business with a reputation for quality, innovation, and engineering excellence. Operating within a complex production environment, they combine skilled craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques to deliver high-quality products to customers worldwide.As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a Finance Business Systems Analyst to support and enhance the systems, reporting, and processes that underpin their operations, this role is located in Wroxham, Norfolk.As a Finance Business Systems Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting and developing the systems that drive business performance across multiple departments. Reporting to the Data & Reporting Analyst, this role sits within the Finance function while working closely with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, Projects, and other operational teams.With a primary focus on Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision), you will be responsible for improving business processes, enhancing reporting capabilities, maintaining system integrity, and ensuring users maximise the value of the organisation's business systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining ERP expertise, business process improvement, reporting, and user support within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.This is a hybrid role, with employees expected to work three days per week from the office and two days per week from home.Key Responsibilities of Finance Business Systems AnalystERP System Support & DevelopmentAct as the primary business support contact for Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision)Work with users across departments to improve ERP usage and business processesAssist with system configuration, testing, upgrades, and enhancementsIdentify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve data accuracySupport integrations between Navision and other business systemsProvide day-to-day support to users across the business, ensuring systems continue to meet operational requirementsDevelop, maintain, and improve reports using ERP data, Power Query, SQL, and reporting toolsCreate operational and financial reports for departments across the businessSupport management reporting and KPI developmentProduce and maintain production reporting to provide visibility of manufacturing progress, labour performance, and key operational metricsEnsure reporting accuracy, consistency, and usabilityAssist departments in extracting, analysing, and interpreting data to support decision-makingWork closely with Production teams to support the effective use of ERP systems throughout the manufacturing processProvide support and administration for production job cards, ensuring accurate capture and reporting of labour and production activitySupport the ongoing development of systems and reporting to improve visibility of operational performance and efficiencyBuild strong working relationships with Finance, Production, Purchasing, Projects, Engineering, and other departmentsGather and document business requirements for system and reporting improvementsTroubleshoot day-to-day systems and reporting issuesDeliver user training and ongoing support where requiredReview existing processes and recommend improvements through better use of systems, automation, and digital solutionsSupport the implementation of new systems, modules, and business improvement initiativesMaintain system documentation, procedures, and reporting standardsExperience & Skills of Finance Business Systems AnalystPossess strong finance and accounting knowledge, including balance sheet, P&L, double-entry accounting, stock and inventory processes, and core ERP financial workflowsHave previous experience working as a Business Systems Analyst, ERP Analyst, or in a similar roleHave significant experience supporting, developing, and administering ERP systems, with strong Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) experience essentialHave experience creating reports using SQL and/or Power QueryDemonstrate a strong understanding of business processes across finance, manufacturing, and operationsHave excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsExperience within manufacturing, engineering, or project-based environmentsKnowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Business CentralExperience supporting ERP implementations, upgrades, or digital transformation projectsUnderstanding of financial and operational reporting requirementsQualifications of Finance Business Systems AnalystRelevant qualification in Business Systems, Information Technology, Finance, or equivalent experience**Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK.**