D365 Systems Analyst / Solutions Architect
Location: Irvine, CA (On-site)
Salary: up to $155k + bonus
Company Overview
A rapidly growing global organization is seeking a talented Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Systems Analyst / Solutions Architect to help strengthen and scale its ERP environment. The company operates in a complex, supply chain-driven industry and partners with leading organizations worldwide.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team where technology plays a critical role in supporting business expansion. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment and has the initiative to improve systems, optimize processes, and drive meaningful business impact.
Position Summary
The company is entering an exciting phase of growth and is looking for a D365-focused Systems Analyst / Solutions Architect to serve as a key partner between business stakeholders and technical teams.
This role will focus on Business Central ownership, process improvement, solution design, system optimization, data quality, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will understand both business operations and ERP functionality, with the ability to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions.
This is not a developer-heavy position. Development experience is valuable, but the primary focus will be systems analysis, ERP configuration, workflow optimization, integrations, and helping Business Central become a reliable foundation for continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Ownership
* Act as a strategic Business Central partner across Finance, Accounting, Operations, Purchasing, Sales, Logistics, and other business functions.
* Gather business requirements and translate needs into scalable ERP solutions, workflows, and system improvements.
* Analyze current business processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and optimize efficiency, automation, accuracy, and visibility.
* Support Business Central configuration, testing, enhancements, and ongoing system optimization.
* Promote best practices around system scalability, governance, and maintaining a clean ERP environment.
Data, Integrations & System Performance
* Support master data management, reporting accuracy, data quality, and system controls.
* Partner with internal teams, vendors, consultants, and developers on integrations between Business Central and connected systems.
* Troubleshoot system issues, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate solutions.
* Help maintain system reliability, performance, and overall health.
Cross-Functional Partnership & User Adoption
* Serve as the connection point between business users, Technology, vendors, and development resources.
* Support user acceptance testing, documentation, training, and adoption of new features and workflows.
* Work with leadership and stakeholders to prioritize enhancements based on business value and operational impact.
* Provide ongoing support and recommendations to improve ERP utilization.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as business needs evolve. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing organization where flexibility, ownership, and initiative are highly valued.
Qualifications
* Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Dynamics NAV, or similar Microsoft Dynamics ERP platforms.
* 5+ years of experience in a Systems Analyst, Business Systems Analyst, ERP Analyst, Functional Consultant, Solutions Architect, ERP Consultant, or related role.
* Strong understanding of ERP processes including finance, accounting, purchasing, inventory, logistics, sales, order management, and/or supply chain.
* Experience gathering requirements, documenting processes, identifying gaps, and designing practical ERP solutions.
* Experience supporting ERP implementations, enhancements, configurations, integrations, testing, and post-go-live optimization.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with both technical teams and business users.
* Experience in distribution, manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, food, or other inventory-focused industries preferred.
* Familiarity with Power BI, Power Platform, APIs, middleware, AL/extensions, or Business Central technical concepts is a plus.
* Development experience is beneficial but secondary to functional ERP expertise.
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Technology, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment with a high level of ownership.
Apply directly or contact Melissa @ m.epstein@nigelfrank.com
