What are the responsibilities and job description for the D365 Finance Functional Lead position at Ascella Technologies, Inc.?
As a Functional Consultant, you will bridge the gap between complex federal accounting standards and modern technology, ensuring our D365 implementation provides the greatest overall benefit to the public good.
What You Will Achieve
- Translate Mission Requirements: You will lead the functional configuration of D365 Finance to support complex financial processing, accounting, and reconciliation needs.
- Ensure Regulatory Compliance: You will verify that all system configurations align strictly with federal accounting and internal control standards.
- Support Organizational Transition: You will drive user application training and administrative support to ensure the client’s team is empowered to use the new system effectively.
- Optimize Financial Workflows: You will analyze existing brownfield processes and design improved, automated functional workflows that reduce manual complexity and improve reporting accuracy.
Must-Have Skills (Required)
- U.S. Citizenship (no dual citizenship)
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or IT from an accredited college or university
- 3 years of experience deploying a managed SaaS platform that is a FedRAMP-certified finance application.
- 5 years of experience in customization and configuration of Dynamics 365 Finance.
- Specialized understanding of Federal Accounting and reconciliation standards.
- Experience working with federal or state and local government financial management systems.
Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)
- Experience transitioning users from legacy environments to modern ERP platforms.
- Ability to work alongside technical teams in an Agile environment to define user stories and acceptance criteria.
- PMP or Agile Scrum Master certification.
To ensure you’ve reviewed the full technical requirements for this role, please include the word "Ascella" as the very first word in your response to the 'Why are you a good fit?' question on the application.
Our Culture: What Makes Ascella Employees Great
- At Ascella, we celebrate innovative thinkers who are empowered to share their ideas and tackle real business challenges. Your creativity will not only be welcomed but also essential in shaping our processes and solutions.
- We are passionate about lifelong learning, fostering a culture that prioritizes professional development and personal growth. Here, you’ll collaborate with a talented team that supports and inspires each other, ensuring that you’re continually challenged and encouraged to expand your skills.
- Client satisfaction is at the heart of our mission. Our employees are dedicated to providing exceptional service, proactively addressing both current and future client needs. You’ll be part of a team that values the client experience as a key component of our success.
- Open communication is vital to our work environment. We maintain an open door policy, encouraging questions and the sharing of ideas. We believe in aligning individual contributions with company objectives, fostering transparency, and regularly seeking feedback to enhance our processes.
- Lastly, we are committed to being an inclusive organization. We embrace diversity, ensuring that all employees feel valued and respected. Our varied talents and experiences drive creativity and innovation, making our workplace dynamic and successful.
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Position: D365 Finance Functional Consultant
Location: Washington, DC (Fully Remote)
Base Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and we are open to discussing compensation based on your qualifications and experience
Other Compensation: 4% contribution to 401(k), performance bonus, profit-sharing
Paid Time Off: 16 days PTO/year, 11 holidays/year
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401(k)…and more
Position is open until filled, applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Ascella Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. Ascella Technologies is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.