Perfect Image Are Recruiting for a Dynamics GP Consultant (Grade 3)

Perfect Image works with clients to define, implement and support IT systems which will help to make them more successful.  Our range of offerings cover bespoke web and Windows-based systems, the integration of existing and new systems, intranet, CRM, business intelligence and ERP systems.

The role of the Dynamics GP Consultant is pivotal to the success of our clients’ ERP projects and therefore to Perfect Image.  You will need to be a motivated, enthusiastic and have experience in supporting and implementing Dynamics GP. Ideally this will include upgrading Dynamics GP implementations to recent releases. This should also include experience of the financial and distribution modules.

The ideal candidate will also be able to demonstrate experience which includes initial pre-sales consultation with the clients, assisting with the creation of sales proposals, presentation and demonstration skills and the management of the resultant project through to a successful implementation.

The Dynamics GP consultant needs to be willing to learn, or have previous experience in, solutions that are complimentary to Dynamics GP, including SharePoint and Dynamics CRM. A proven track record in delivering customer care to diverse clients is a must.

• To work with clients at all levels helping to shape business priorities and to determine the resultant requirements for an ERP solution.
• Document business and systems requirements to the required level of detail and in an appropriate format.
• To take on principal responsibility for pre-sales consulting in significant opportunities.
• Support all elements of Dynamics GP implementations, including server and client installations, data migration exercises, system upgrades, trouble shooting issues as they arise, fixing data issues within a SQL environment, and report writing.
• Providing a 3rd line support function, assisting our support department in resolving more complex customer enquiries.
• Keep abreast of changes and opportunities in the technology marketing.

This is not exhaustive.

• Experience in all aspects of ERP Consultancy, with existing Dynamics GP consultancy experience.
• Good level of knowledge and experience with accountancy principals and practices.
• Ability to support all elements of Dynamics GP implementations including server and client installs, data migration exercises, system upgrades, trouble shooting issues as they arise, fixing data issues within a SQL environment and report writing.
• Experience in or hunger to learn new skills and technologies that compliment Dynamics GP and our clients, such as Dynamics CRM, SharePoint, Visual Basic, Job Costing / Construction Accounting.
• A good level of IT and accounting knowledge and an ability to express this knowledge in terms appropriate to the audience which includes client senior executives, IT managers and end-users.
• Ability to building strong relationships with clients, supporting income generation and securing repeat business.
• Experience in managing implementation projects would be beneficial.
• Ability to think clearly, and to write clear documentation which is sufficiently detailed, unambiguous and complete.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Experience of the ERP core modules including Financials and ideally Distribution.
• Strong skills in spoken and written English.
• Proven ability to deliver results.

Education to degree level (or equivalent).

• Is able to deal positively about ambiguity and complexity. Is positive in seeing a way through client problems and challenges.
• Work well under pressure and will go the extra mile to provide excellent client service.
• Understand that asking for help and input from others is a strength, not a weakness, so actively involves others.
• Concern yourself principally with the development of the business of our clients and our firm.
• Look to develop our consulting capability through recruitment, training, mentoring of our people and the development of our methods.
• Facilitate cooperation within the consulting team and across the firm.
• Start to develop a personal and social relationship with clients.