D365 Business Central - Project Manager

D365 Business Central - Project Manager

What to expect when you join Sikich

Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled and agile practitioners who thrive on challenge and growth? We believe everyone has untapped potential. That's why we lead with vision and act fast, pairing deep expertise with practical solutions. Our teams cut through complexity and deliver real impact. It's our hope that you find more than just a job. At Sikich, you'll find optimism, clear insights and genuine warmth, without egos.

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position summary

This position is responsible for the detailed management of D365 Business Central (D365 BC) implementation projects. Key responsibilities include weekly project management reporting, weekly client status calls, client project kick off meetings, internal and client-facing communication of project status. This role works closely with the D365 BC Development team to track and report on technical aspects of implementations and collaborates with functional team members to manage the successful delivery of the D365 BC ERP solution

What will you do in this role?

• Coordinate with the Sikich Sales team on project handoffs and collaborate with Directors on resourcing client projects.
• Partner with clients to define, manage, and track project objectives, scope, timelines, budgets, and resource plans for D365 BC implementations.
• Plan and lead client project planning sessions, kick-off meetings, and recurring project status meetings.
• Coordinate with Sikich consultants to gather weekly project updates and prepare detailed project management documentation and reporting.
• Participate in operational review meetings with clients to translate business needs into functional requirements & business scenarios.
• Manage the effective transition of requirements to the delivery team, ensuring a clear & complete understanding of requirements.
• Identify risks and develop risk mitigation plans in close collaboration with clients and maintain RAID log.
• Prepare for and facilitate Steering Committee meetings.
• Participate in the weekly internal Project Manager meetings.

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Bachelor's degree in any of the following areas: Information Technology, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years' of combined D365 Business Central & NAV implementation and consulting experience, with at least 2 of those years spent leading projects as a Project Manager
• Experience in a consulting environment strongly preferred
• Experience interacting directly with clients or external stakeholders, project managers, and technical consultants.
• Strong knowledge of the phases and tasks involved in ERP implementations.
• Solid understanding of accounting and supply chain concepts.
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, distribution, warehouse industries or equipment rental industries, highly preferred.
• Excellent client relationship and interpersonal skills, organization, & prioritization capabilities.
• Ability to professionally interact with clients and team, in-person and remotely.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills, with the ability to align priorities with leadership and client goals.
• Experience with Smartsheet is a plus.
• Ability to travel 10% to 20% if required.

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $120,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Values driven - You embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership and you have a bias for action and continuous innovation.
• Uncompromising problem solver - You see opportunities in every business challenge and can develop, articulate and implement solutions.
• Collaboration - You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills trust - You do what you say, without ego, and you follow through on commitments consistently and credibly.
• Impact & influence - You are relentlessly focused on making a difference and can gain support for ideas, proposals and solutions. You get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives and objectives.

About Sikich

Sikich offers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams and communities accelerate success.

Sikich has approximately 2,000 team members and operates across North America, EMEA and APAC.

Sikich Total Rewards

Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team members' health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.

Some examples of our many benefits:

• Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
• Sikich will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
• Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.

We also offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Nine (9) paid holidays annually.
• A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE - Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.

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Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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