D365 Project Accounting Admin

The Dynamics 365 Project Accounting Administrator is responsible for the administration, support, and optimization of the Project Accounting module within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O). This role plays a key part in supporting accurate project financials, enabling efficient operations, and enhancing reporting across the organization.

In addition, this position will support the implementation and maintenance of the AXtension Project Management ISV solution integrated with D365. Prior experience with AXtension is a plus, but training will be provided. Experience building Power BI reports specific to project financials is also highly desirable.

Responsibilities:

- Project Accounting & AXtension ISV Support

- - Serve as a subject matter expert for the D365 Project Accounting module and the AXtension Project Management ISV.

- Configure and maintain key project accounting components: contracts, budgets, funding sources, WBS, billing rules, and revenue recognition.

- Support AXtension functionality for project planning, scheduling, forecasting, and document tracking.

- User Support & Issue Resolution

- - Provide functional support to project managers, accountants, and other users for project-related activities in D365 and AXtension.

- Troubleshoot project-related postings, time tracking, billing, and budget discrepancies.

- Log, track, and document issues for escalation when necessary.

- System Administration & Compliance

- - Manage project-related security roles, permissions, and workflows in both D365 and AXtension.

- Ensure adherence to data governance and internal control policies.

- Ensure adherence to enterprise governance standards and support the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) to deliver compliant and high-quality solutions.

- Training & Documentation

- - Deliver user training on project accounting processes and the AXtension solution.

- Create and maintain comprehensive SOPs, job aids, and knowledgebase content.

- Testing & Upgrades

- - Support testing efforts (regression, UAT) related to D365 and AXtension upgrades or customizations.

- Assist in maintaining up-to-date testing procedures and records in LCS.

- Reporting & Analysis

- - Support the development of project-specific reporting using Power BI.

- Experience building Power BI reports tied to project costs, budgets, utilization, and profitability is a plus.

- Ensure accurate data availability for stakeholders by validating report data sources and integrity.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Required:

- - 2+ years of experience with D365 Finance & Operations, specifically in Project Accounting.

- Understanding of project lifecycle financials: budgeting, cost tracking, billing, and revenue recognition.

- Experience supporting business users and resolving functional ERP issues.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Power BI.

- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

- Preferred:

- - Experience with AXtension Project Management ISV is a plus; training will be provided.

- Experience creating Power BI reports focused on project accounting metrics (e.g., cost vs. budget, earned value, billing status).

- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.

- Familiarity with LCS, DevOps, SSRS, and D365 security roles and permissions.

Soft Skills:

- High attention to detail and accuracy with financial data.

- Self-motivated and capable of working independently or in a cross-functional team.

- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

- Service-oriented, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- This position requires an onsite presence to perform the essential duties.

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in the office performing work on a computer. Employee will be required to walk and be on the manufacturing floor.

- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment/Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

- This position will require working 10% outdoors and 90% indoors in a smoke-free office and manufacturing facility.

- On-Site presence is required.

- Limited travel will be required to support offsite personnel and business projects.

- Occasional assignments may include evening or weekend schedules.

- The noise level is usually moderate.

Candidates are required to be authorized to work in the United States. All employees must be able to comply with the company Drug and Alcohol Policy, which includes participation in Company random drug testing. Employment is subject to background checks appropriate to the position.

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