Senior Business Central & Power BI Systems Analyst

Position Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Business Central & Power BI Systems Analyst to support and expand the effectiveness of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central across a diversified manufacturing, distribution, and consumer products organization operating multiple legal entities.

This role will work directly with the Accounting and Finance teams to optimize financial reporting, automate workflows, and expand analytics capabilities. While embedded within Accounting, the role will collaborate closely with the CTO and IT department to ensure Business Central architecture, integrations, and data strategy align with enterprise technology initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone who combines advanced ERP expertise, accounting knowledge, and strong data analytics skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Beef processing operations
• Consignment sales
• Distribution
• Transportation and logistics
• Jerky and snack manufacturing
• Consumer packaged goods
• Restaurants and retail butcher shops
• E-commerce and online stores

Business Central Administration & Optimization

• Design and implement financial reporting structures within Business Central
• Partner with Accounting leadership to translate financial requirements into system configuration
• Configure and optimize posting groups, workflows, and financial processes
• Build executive dashboards and operational views within Business Central
• Manage dimensions, location codes, and financial structures across multiple companies
• Support and expand Multi-Entity Management (MEM) capabilities
• Implement automated workflows and process improvements within BC
• Assist with Business Central implementation and rollout projects
• Manage security groups, permission sets, and user access to support segregation of duties
• Develop data exports and integrations with external systems
• Support API integrations and system connectivity
• Other duties as assigned.

Analytics & Business Intelligence (Power BI)

• Design and develop Power BI dashboards and executive reports
• Create financial, operational, and manufacturing analytics
• Build data models connecting Business Central and other operational systems
• Deliver visualizations that improve decision making across finance and operations
• Produce data exports and structured datasets for analysis and reporting
• Standardize reporting frameworks across multiple entities
• Other duties as assigned.

Finance & Operational Collaboration

• Work directly with Accounting and Finance teams to improve reporting and efficiency
• Train accounting staff on Business Central reporting tools and best practices
• Help define standard reporting models across the organization
• Support cross-functional teams including operations, manufacturing, logistics, and sales
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Accounting, or related field
• 7-10+ years working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Experience supporting finance/accounting teams in ERP systems
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or consumer products environments strongly preferred
• Experience working with multi-company ERP environments

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, exempt position, in-person based in the office Solana Beach location. The standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, with a start time of 8:00 a.m. This role may require extended hours on a regular basis and occasional weekend work. Please note the schedule may vary based on business needs, and the position and schedule are subject to change in accordance with the company’s requirements.

Technical Skills

Microsoft Business Central

• Financial reporting configuration
• Posting groups and financial workflow design
• Dimensions and location structures
• Multi-Entity Management (MEM)
• Business Central security and permission sets
• Data exports and integrations
• API integrations
• Business Central implementations

Power BI

• Power BI report and dashboard development
• Data modeling
• Data visualization and storytelling
• Data exports and dataset preparation
• Integration with ERP data

Certifications (Preferred)

• Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant Associate
• Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate
• Additional Microsoft certifications are a plus.

Key Attributes

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Ability to translate finance requirements into ERP configuration
• Strong data analytics and visualization capabilities
• Ability to work cross-functionally between IT and Accounting
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and training skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person