Functional Business Systems Analyst

Candidate Description

An accomplished finance and ERP professional, the candidate brings over 20 years of leadership across FMCG, agriculture, logistics and retail sectors. Specialising in Dynamics 365 Business Central, this professional combines deep financial acumen with hands-on system expertise to drive digital transformation, streamline reporting and embed robust planning frameworks. Experience spans multinational corporates such as a Beverage Conglomerate and growing mid-market organisations, enabling translation of strategy into actionable roadmaps that enhance profitability.

Technical acumen is demonstrated through successful delivery of multiple Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central roll-outs, data migration programmes and multi-platform integrations. Adept at Agile and Waterfall methodologies, leads architecture workshops, configures complex finance modules, and orchestrates UAT and training to ensure user adoption. Key achievements include lobbying Microsoft engineering to localise Australian banking features, reducing reporting cycles by up to 70 %, and uncovering multimillion-dollar cost savings through advanced analytics.

A collaborative leader, mentors cross-functional teams, bridges the gap between finance and technology, and engages executives and boards with clear, insight-driven recommendations. Adaptability across diverse industries, coupled with CPA credentials and Microsoft certification, equips this professional to deliver value in both strategic advisory and hands-on implementation roles, making them a sought-after partner for organisations seeking finance-led digital transformation.