Microsoft D365 - Business Analyst - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

About EY-Parthenon•Akron, NY

About The Position

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The opportunity This is a rapidly growing area, so you will have plenty of opportunity to spread your wings and develop your skill set to keep up with the ever-growing demands of the digital landscape. Most of your time will be spent embedded with our clients’ team and we’ll look to you to provide our clients with a unique business and technical perspective on how they must continue to innovate and remain competitive in this ever-changing industry. Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform Consultants participate in enterprise solution implementations, including all project phases such as discovery, definition, build, test and deploy. After our sales team wins a project, you'll become an integral part of the delivery team to ensure the solutions built for our clients meet their needs to help drive their success. As a Manager in Solution Architecture, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between complex business problems and innovative technical solutions. You will be instrumental in understanding business requirements and defining the solution architecture that translates these requirements into effective, workable solutions. Your expertise will guide technical decisions to ensure they align with business outcomes, offering recommendations that propel the business forward. Your key responsibilities In this role, you will focus on the effective management and delivery of technology solutions, ensuring quality and risk management. You will engage in continuous process improvement and the identification of innovative solutions. Your responsibilities will include: Developing solutions to complex problems and recommending policy changes. Establishing procedures that affect your immediate work area and possibly the broader business function. Exercising judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree required (4-year degree)
Typically, no less than 4 - 6 years relevant experience, including a minimum of 5 years of experience in system design or information system
Minimum of one year experience (or 5+ projects) implementing Microsoft Dynamics and/or Power Platform technologies and have hands on experience with configuration and customizations
Familiar with relational database concepts
Proven experience in Application and Tool Analysis, Cloud Computing Architecture, and Cybersecurity and Privacy Architecture
Strong capabilities in Data Architecture Design and Modelling, and familiarity with Design Methodologies & Tools
Knowledge of Emerging Technologies, IT Standards and Governance, and Platform Architecture
Expertise in Solution Architecture Design and Technical Feasibility Analysis
Ability to define, analyze, and map Technology Business Requirements, along with Technology Cost-Benefit Analysis
Skills in Building and Managing Relationships, Client Trust and Value, and Commercial Astuteness
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate with impact
A track record of Complex Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, and Digital Fluency
Leadership qualities, including Driving Outcomes, Emotional Agility, and Leading Teams
Adaptability and Learning Agility, with experience in Managing Change and Negotiation and Influencing
Self-starter mentality and able to handle multiple tasks and priorities

Nice To Haves

Degree emphasis in Computer Science, IT, Computer Engineering, MIS, Mathematics desired; Master’s degree in one of these areas preferred
Certifications and prior consulting experience highly preferred
Proven ability to lead and manage teams.
Experience in client-facing roles, demonstrating the ability to build trust and value.
A knack for identifying opportunities for additional services.

Responsibilities

Developing solutions to complex problems and recommending policy changes.
Establishing procedures that affect your immediate work area and possibly the broader business function.
Exercising judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Designs the solution architecture for Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform solutions customized to meet the identified customer business needs
Utilizes knowledge of Microsoft solutions to accurately estimate the effort required to deploy a customized solutions
Leads client discussions to review possible solutions to the business requirements presented
Coordinates across multidisciplinary teams and collaborates with functional analysts, architects, and developers, communicating what is required
Monitors the progress and quality of the project

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.
The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $142,600 to $261,500.
The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $171,200 to $297,200.
Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.
In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances.
You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

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