Lead Business Analyst - Finance

Role Overview: As the Lead BA - Finance at Dr. Martens, you will play a crucial role in delivering finance solutions that align with the business strategy. You will collaborate with the finance team to implement and optimize technology solutions, ensuring seamless integration and efficiency. Your expertise as a D365 Business Analyst will be instrumental in managing functional finance enhancements and engaging with high-level stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: - Support and develop reliable and efficient technology solutions for the finance function, focusing on 3rd/4th line support. - Implement platforms that bring automation and improved efficiency to business processes, maximizing return on investment. - Build strong relationships with the finance function to ensure effective collaboration. - Stay updated on technological advancements and introduce innovations as necessary. - Develop plans for improved governance, delivery models, and management of finance and transactional data within the Finance technology team. - Create functional and technical specifications for finance applications. - Audit existing finance and supply chain systems, making recommendations for enhanced deployment and utilization. - Drive continual improvement within the Finance team through technology, including cross-functional process design, adoption of best practices, and implementation of standards. - Advise on optimal solutions for immediate business requirements and manage relationships with third-party service providers. - Engage with Finance stakeholders to influence key decisions and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations. - Maintain comprehensive systems process documentation and ensure robust security controls are in place. - Stay informed about emerging technology developments in the Microsoft D365 space and communicate potential value to business stakeholders. - Collaborate closely with the Finance team to maximize the benefits of Microsoft D365 and inspire them with innovative technology solutions. - Lead the development and delivery of future systems roadmaps to support the Finance function's operating model. - Analyze requirements, design, specify, and implement technology solutions aligned with business and Finance strategy to drive business value. Qualifications Required: - Experience in configuring and supporting Finance solutions, particularly D365. - 6-10 years of relevant experience in supporting finance systems, with expertise in D365 F&O and Financial Reporter. - Proficiency in Microsoft technologies, especially Dynamics 365FO. - Strong accounting background with a deep understanding of financial processes. - Hands-on experience with ERP systems and integrations. - Ability to balance detail orientation with big-picture thinking and drive process improvements. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, both technical and non-technical. - Proactive mindset for identifying inefficiencies and proposing tech-driven solutions. - Familiarity with agile ways of working and other delivery methodologies. - Leadership characteristics including inspiring teams, strategic thinking, building connections, and delivering results. (Note: In this JD, there are no additional details about the company provided) Role Overview: As the Lead BA - Finance at Dr. Martens, you will play a crucial role in delivering finance solutions that align with the business strategy. You will collaborate with the finance team to implement and optimize technology solutions, ensuring seamless integration and efficiency. Your expertise as a D365 Business Analyst will be instrumental in managing functional finance enhancements and engaging with high-level stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: - Support and develop reliable and efficient technology solutions for the finance function, focusing on 3rd/4th line support. - Implement platforms that bring automation and improved efficiency to business processes, maximizing return on investment. - Build strong relationships with the finance function to ensure effective collaboration. - Stay updated on technological advancements and introduce innovations as necessary. - Develop plans for improved governance, delivery models, and management of finance and transactional data within the Finance technology team. - Create functional and technical specifications for finance applications. - Audit existing finance and supply chain systems, making recommendations for enhanced deployment and utilization. - Drive continual improvement within the Finance team through technology, including cross-functional process design, adoption of best practices, and implementation of standards. - Advise on optimal solutions for immediate business requirements and manage relationships with third-party service providers. - Engage with Finance stakeholders to influence key decisions and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations. - Maintain comprehensiv