Finance Business Systems Analyst

Our prestigious manufacturing client are currently seeking a Business Systems Analyst to work in a hybrid role 3 days a week from the Wroxham office and 2 days a week from home.

You will play a key role in supporting and developing the systems that underpin our operations across the business. Reporting to the Data & Reporting Analyst, this role sits within the Finance function while partnering closely with teams across Production, Purchasing, Engineering, Projects, and other operational departments.

With a primary focus on our ERP platform, Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision), you will be responsible for improving business processes, enhancing reporting capabilities, maintaining system integrity, and ensuring users across the organisation maximise the value of our business systems. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys combining systems expertise, business process improvement, reporting, and user support within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

You will:

Possess strong finance and accounting knowledge, including balance sheet, P&L, double-entry accounting, stock and inventory processes, and core ERP financial workflows.
Have previous experience working as a Business Systems Analyst, ERP Analyst, or in a similar role.
Have significant experience supporting, developing, and administering ERP systems, with strong experience of Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) being essential.
Have experience creating reports using SQL and/or Power Query.
Demonstrate a good understanding of business processes across finance, manufacturing, and operations.
Have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Be highly organised, proactive, and solution focused.
Be comfortable working independently whilst also collaborating effectively across teams.
Have high levels of attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Desirable Experience

Experience within manufacturing, engineering, marine, or project-based environments.
Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central.
Experience supporting ERP implementations, upgrades, or digital transformation projects.
Understanding of financial and operational reporting requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

ERP System Support & Development

Act as the primary business support contact for Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision).
Work with users across departments to improve ERP usage and business processes.
Assist with system configuration, testing, upgrades, and enhancements.
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve data accuracy.
Support integrations between Navision and other business systems.
Provide day-to-day support to users across the business, ensuring systems continue to meet operational requirements.

Reporting & Business Intelligence

Develop, maintain, and improve reports using ERP data, Power Query, SQL, and reporting tools.
Create operational and financial reports for departments across the business.
Support management reporting and KPI development.
Produce and maintain boat build reporting to provide visibility of production progress, labour performance, and key operational metrics.
Ensure reporting accuracy, consistency, and usability.
Assist departments in extracting, analysing, and interpreting data to support decision-making.

Production & Finance Support

Work closely with Production teams to support the effective use of ERP systems throughout the boat build process.
Provide support and administration for production job cards, ensuring accurate capture and reporting of labour and production activity.
Partner closely with Finance to support the accurate recording and reporting of boat build costs.
Collaborate with Finance and Production teams to improve reporting, data integrity, and operational processes.
Support the ongoing development of systems and reporting to improve visibility of boat build performance and efficiency.

Cross-Departmental Support

Build strong working relationships with Finance, Production, Purchasing, Projects, Engineering, and other departments.
Gather and document business requirements for system and reporting improvements.
Troubleshoot day-to-day systems and reporting issues.
Deliver user training and ongoing support where required.

Systems & Continuous Improvement

Review existing processes and recommend improvements through better use of systems, automation, and digital solutions.
Support the implementation of new systems, modules, and business improvement initiatives.
Maintain system documentation, procedures, and reporting standards.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, data quality, and business performance through enhanced system usage and reporting.

If you are passionate about systems, data, and continuous improvement, and want to play a key role in supporting the systems behind some of the world's most prestigious sailing yachts, we would welcome your application.

For further details regarding this exciting opportunity please forward a copy of your CV today!

Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.

Due to the large number of applications, we receive I’m afraid we are unable to respond to everyone individually however your details will remain on file should another suitable opportunity become available moving forward.

If we can take your application further, we will of course be in touch.

Todd Hayes is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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