Microsoft Dynamics AX/365 Operations consultant

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Summary of the work We are looking for a hands on MS Dynamics 365 (AX/NAV) specialist BA or technical architect who has extensive experience of implementing payment gateways and reconciliation systems with Dynamics AX and 365 Operations. Specialist role Technical Architect Expected Contract Length 6 months Latest start date 8/5/17 Who Speclialist Work With You'll be working alongside Chelmsford City Council's in-house digital services team, which includes specialists in MS Dynamics CRM and Azure. This is a business facing role, and you will also be expected to work very closely with the SMEs in core back office functions, such as Accountancy, Finance and HR. What Specialists Work On Working alongside an in-house team, designing Microsoft Dynamics 365 solution to replace existing back office systems, including finance and HR • Analysing Business Requirements • Draw up solutions and implementation processes/ procedures • Developing functional plans and work with the Finance department and Chelmsford's in-house digital services team • Functional Testing, Training and Support for the implementation Operating with users across the business to ensure a smooth, compliant implementation Skills & Experience • Extensive experience of implementing payment gateways and reconciliation systems with Dynamics AX and 365 Operations • Great customer facing skills • Able to design, develop and deliver the solution themselves • BA/functional skills • Understanding of ERP fundamentals, with particular focus on Commercial impact Nice to Haves • Work autonomously and be hands on • Accountancy background, or have experience of working with this function • Dynamics CRM/365 integration experience • Academic background - ideally with some form of financial qualification • Local Government experience Work Location Civic Centre, Chelmsford, Essex. Working Arrangments We'd prefer that you work on-site as much as possible, say 3 days a week, as a key deliverable for this programme is to coach and mentor our internal team and this is part of a wider transformation programme. Expenses are to be included in day rate unless specifically authorised. No. of Specialists to Evaluate 5 Cultural Fit Criteria • Be comfortable defining their own workplan • Have exceptional client management skills • Be resilient in the face of resistance • Be generous with their knowledge and a natural coach/mentor Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 60% Cultural fit 20% Price 20% Questions from Suppliers 1. Please would you confirm whether this requirement sits in or out of the IR35 scope Based on HMRC's guidance and their online questionnaire, this role is 'out of scope' of IR35 (the intermediaries legislation). 2. Could you confirm if this inside or outside IR35 please? Based on HMRC's guidance and the online questionnaire this role is 'out of scope' of IR35 3. Will this role be inside of IR35 legislation Based on HMRC guidance and their online questionnaire, this role is 'out of scope' of the intermediaries legislation (IR35) 4. Please can you confirm the day rate including agency fees please? We would like your guidance on suggested day rates. 5. How many candidates can be submitted for this position? Per the guidance in the Suppliers guide you can only submit one CV per opportunity.