Microsoft Dynamics Specialist - £45k-£55k + Benefits
Location: Downpatrick (Hybrid - 1 day WFH)
Hours: 37.5 per week, flexible, Friday early finish
About the Role
We are partnering with a highly successful manufacturing organisation in County Down who are seeking an experienced Microsoft Dynamics Specialist to take ownership of their Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central platform.
This is a key role within the IT & Business Systems function, supporting manufacturing, finance, procurement, AP automation, and wider operational workflows.
You\'ll be the go-to person for Business Central configuration, process optimisation, troubleshooting, and system improvements - with a strong focus on reducing unnecessary customisation and maximising standard BC capability.
What You\'ll Be Doing
* Lead functional configuration, optimisation, and support of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
* Enhance processes across finance, procurement, inventory, production, and quality.
* Streamline Accounts Payable automation using Continia Document Capture or similar solutions.
* Review existing bespoke BC customisations and identify opportunities to revert to standard functionality.
* Maintain integrations between BC and third-party systems (WMS, quality systems, scanning tools).
* Configure food manufacturing features such as batch/lot tracking, traceability, shelf-life and expiry controls.
* Build and customise workflows, reports, and dashboards.
* Deliver user training and support change management.
* Troubleshoot user/system issues and support BC updates and maintenance.
* Support AP/AR/GL and cost accounting within the ERP environment.
What We\'re Looking For
* Experience with Dynamics 365 (Ideally Business Central or NAV).
* Strong experience in manufacturing environments - ideally food production.
* Knowledge of production orders, inventory, quality, traceability, BRC/HACCP-style processes.
* Hands-on experience with Continia Document Capture or similar AP automation tools.
* Strong understanding of finance processes (AP, purchase ledger, reconciliation).
* Experience configuring BC (workflows, reports, setups, modules).
* Ability to analyse/assess bespoke BC developments and recommend standardisation.
* Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, Power Platform.
* Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical teams.
Desirable:
* Experience with EDI, WMS, bar-code/scanning tools, shop-floor data capture.
* Basic SQL / API knowledge.
* Previous ERP implementation or upgrade exposure.
* Microsoft BC certification (Functional Consultant or Developer).
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to own and shape the Business Central function.
* Industry-leading business with major growth plans.
* Diverse role including projects, integrations, finance support, and automation improvements.
* Flexible working, early Friday finish, and strong benefits package.
* Real scope to reduce complexity, improve efficiency, and make a tangible impact across the business.
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Recruitment Consultant Daire O\'Connor at MCS Group on or .
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