Senior Systems Analyst (D365 Finance & Operations) [Temporary 12 & 18 Months]

Grant Thornton; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Systems Analyst specializing in Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. The role involves providing technical support, designing solutions, and ensuring system performance. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in ERP administration, strong SQL skills, and excellent problem-solving abilities. The position offers competitive benefits and a hybrid work model, emphasizing in-office collaboration for most of the week.

Benefits

Profit sharing

Flex days

Wellness benefits

Work from anywhere in Canada for 4 weeks in summer

Qualifications

• 5+ years professional experience administering ERP systems, specializing in Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations.
• Strong understanding of business accounting and financial processes.
• Familiarity with testing methodologies and user support.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Dynamics 365 and finance applications.
• Design and customize D365 F&O solutions to meet business needs.
• Plan and execute system upgrades ensuring minimal disruption.

Skills

Dynamics 365 F&O administration

Business analysis

SQL proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Power Automate

Azure DevOps

Job description

Overview

Who we are
You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ about 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.

We are looking for 2 colleagues to join our team. One opportunity is a temporary 12-month position and the other is a temporary 18-month position.

We are seeking skilled IT professionals with a focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (F&O) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for administration, maintenance and support of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O application. The role involves ensuring the system’s optimal performance, support, security and reliability. This role requires a deep understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform, BI reporting and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for the Dynamics 365 F&O and other integrated finance applications
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications for Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O
• Design, configure, and customize Dynamics 365 F&O solutions to meet business needs
• Assist with the implementation of integrations between Dynamics 365 and other systems
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, and other IT team members to ensure successful project and enhancement delivery
• Troubleshoot system behavior anomalies, determine root cause, and the appropriate technical resolution
• Plan and execute system upgrades and updates, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
• Stay updated with the latest Dynamics 365 features and updates to recommend improvements and optimizations
• Follow change management processes, including the creation and review of change requests
• Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices
• Create and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes and procedures
• Provide operational activities when required after-hours and on weekends
• Other relevant duties as assigned and required

About Doane Grant Thornton

If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens!

Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues’ stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Senior Systems Analyst (D365 Finance & Operations)? Like the colour purple? Great. Here’s a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:

• 5+ years professional experience administering ERP systems with a specialization in Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations
• Strong knowledge of D365 F&O, business analysis, system configuration, and data management. Familiarity with testing methodologies and user support
• Strong understanding of Business accounting and financial processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft SQL including SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, stored procedures and other SQL functions
• Experience with Dynamics 365 integration tools and techniques
• Experience managing automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including Azure DevOps, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with business and technical stakeholders

What's in it for you?

Profit sharing, Flex days, RRSP contributions, Firmwide holiday closure, Wellness benefits, Concierge-like benefits, Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more!

Work arrangement

Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.

Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?