Manager - Finance Applications Management

Job description

About Us
Global, inclusive and innovative - welcome to AMS, where talent connects across cultures and backgrounds to shape the future of work.

We work with leading organizations to design and deliver talent strategies that bring together people, process, data and technology, helping millions of people find meaningful work every year. Our diverse, connected community collaborates to create results for clients and opportunities for our people to learn, grow and make an impact.

At AMS, we look for people who bring more than experience, and we welcome different perspectives and ways of thinking.

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The Role
Would you like to be part of our mission to drive excellence in financial systems and support global business operations? We are seeking a D365 Systems Accountant to join our team and play a pivotal role in the monitoring, administration, and continuous improvement of our Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) environment.

The D365 Systems Accountant is responsible for ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and compliance of D365 Finance & Operations systems. This role will leverage deep knowledge of D365 Project Management and Accounting, accounting hierarchies, and workflow automation to support robust financial processes and reporting across the organization.
Key Accountabilities
You'll Support Our Success By:

• Applying best practices in monitoring and administration of D365 systems, ensuring system health, security, and compliance with internal and external standards.
• Managing and utilising D365 Projects, leveraging project functionality to enhance accounting and reporting capabilities.
• Applying knowledge of the D365 inheritance hierarchy to ensure accurate derivation of accounting dimensions and financial data integrity.
• Overseeing project accounting, including the management of deferrals, accruals, and releases.
• Administering and optimizing D365 Workflows to drive efficient business processes, and monitoring/troubleshooting workflow issues for seamless operations.
• Coordinating and supporting testing initiatives, including automation and user-based testing, and encouraging timely completion of user testing activities.
• Planning and managing test suites for new software versions, major releases, and routine monthly updates.
• Monitoring and investigating ledger to subledger reconciliation to maintain financial accuracy and compliance.
• Identifying and categorizing change requests for ongoing system improvements and review.
• Collaborating with global organizations, managing system maintenance across multiple currencies and complex tax and accounting requirements. Including The Americas, India and Europe.
• Providing training and support to finance users on D365 features, processes, and best practices.
• Ensuring data integrity and security, conducting regular audits and working closely with IT to maintain robust data protection measures.
• Leading a team composed of highly skilled and committed professionals. The team is responsible for level 2 support, and your role will involve providing mentorship as well as offering guidance and assistance in level 3 support matters.

Skills & Requirements
What You Need to Have to Be Successful

Behavioural Skills

• Communication: Explains complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Problem-Solving: Tackles system and process challenges with innovative solutions.
• Adaptability: Responds to evolving technologies and business needs.
• Leadership: Influences data strategy and mentors technical teams.

Technical Skills

• D365 Finance & Operations: Deep experience with D365 Projects, accounting hierarchies, workflows, and financial modules (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets).
• Workflow Automation: Proven ability to design, administer, and optimize D365 workflows.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Experience planning and executing test suites, including automation and user-based testing.
• Accounting Knowledge: Solid understanding of project accounting, deferrals, accruals, releases, and reconciliation processes.
• Process Improvement: Ability to identify, categorize, and implement system/process enhancements.
• Security & Compliance: Familiarity with role-based access control, data protection, and audit logging.
• Global Operations: Experience supporting systems in multi-currency, multi-jurisdictional environments.

Why AMS?
At AMS, we come from every walk of life - and that's what makes us unique. Our culture is open, inclusive and built on trust. We empower our people with the flexibility and autonomy to work in ways that bring out their best. We offer career opportunities in every direction you want to explore.

We offer

• Growth and development focused on your strengths
• The opportunity to develop a career within one of the world's leading organisations specialising in talent and workforce solutions.
• A team that values being Passionate, Bold, and Authentic
• Supportive communities such as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Volunteer day - you get one additional paid day off each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you
• A competitive reward and benefits package*
• Flexibility in how and where you work*

*Details may vary slightly depending on your location, local labour law, etc.

Our statement

We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage people with diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences to apply. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

If you require any accommodations or have any accessibility needs, please reach out via email [email protected] or make a member of our Talent Acquisition team aware at any time.

If you're ready to bring your skills, curiosity, and passion, click Apply and let's explore what we can achieve together!