Business Consultant

Nimbus Software; Nelson; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A software solutions provider in Nelson is seeking a Business Consultant to analyze clients' businesses and align their needs with product capabilities. The role involves managing project outcomes, delivering training, and providing support to clients. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in Accounting or Business Administration and skills in SQL scripting. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact within a dedicated team.

Benefits

Supportive people-first culture

Impactful work across industries

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of Accounting/Business Administration.
• Ability to perform SQL scripting and reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business challenges and translate them into software requirements.
• Manage project outcomes and monitor progress.
• Deliver training and provide ongoing client support.

Skills

Accounting / Business Administration knowledge

SQL Scripting

SQL Reporting Services skills

Good communication skills

Tools

ERP System

Job description

We’re on the lookout for a Business Consultant to join our incredible team based in Nelson. The purpose of this role is to proactively analyse existing and new clients’ businesses and identify opportunities to enhance their needs with our software.

The Role

The role involves working with the sales and marketing team to align client needs with product capabilities and conducting needs analysis. You'll analyse business challenges, translate them into software requirements, and ensure the software meets these needs. On top of the above a day’s work will involve managing project outcomes, monitoring progress, and coordinating with teams to ensure success. You will also deliver training, create documentation, and provide ongoing support for clients and ensure quality standards and gathering client feedback for improvements.

About you

Key qualities include being energetic, intelligent, and enthusiastic, while also being collaborative with clients, teammates and happy to self-manage. Creativity, sound judgment, and a solutions-focused mindset define your approach, along with proactive learning skills that help you identify solutions in complex environments. Additionally, you are organized and detail-oriented, showing a strong commitment to Nimbus Values.

Desired Skills

• A broad knowledge of Accounting /Business Administration i.e. Management Accounting, Office/finance background in the Contracting and Construction Industry
• System administrator in an ERP
• Understanding the importance of workflow improvements using software and other process improvements
• SQL Scripting and SQL Reporting Services skills
• Good communication skills; both verbal and written

Why Nimbus?

At Nimbus Software, we’re more than just an ERP provider, we’re a trusted partner to New Zealand’s construction and contracting industries. For over 40 years, we’ve been helping businesses work smarter, faster, and more profitably.

Joining Nimbus means becoming part of a small but dedicated team where your voice is heard and your work makes a real difference. We foster a supportive, people-first culture built on collaboration and care – for each other and for our clients.

You’ll have the chance to work across industries, apply your skills in real-world settings, and see the direct impact of your work on clients’ success.