5+ years of experience in construction accounting and ERP systems
Demonstrated ability in large-scale ERP transformation projects
Knowledge of inventory and equipment tracking in construction
Familiarity with operations processes relevant to construction
Consulting experience with both internal and external clients
Willingness to travel for client engagements and training sessions
Responsibilities
Lead discovery sessions to clarify client business goals and root causes
Conduct assessments to identify efficiency improvements in accounting processes
Provide practical recommendations for process optimization
Guide clients in optimizing their ERP system usage and configurations
Facilitate training workshops for clients' super-users on ERP best practices
Manage project plans and resources to ensure timely delivery of services
Draft custom Statements of Work based on client needs and discovery findings
Benefits
Opportunity to work with leading construction firms
Access to professional development and training resources
Flexible working arrangements to accommodate travel
Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation
Potential for career advancement within a growing consulting firm
Full Job Description
Sr. Business Consultant - Palmer Consulting Group
POSITION SUMMARY
As a Sr. Business Consultant, you use your Construction Accounting expertise to help our clients assess, improve, implement and optimize the right construction accounting systems and processes for their business. Your primary focus is on leading and supporting clients and project teams through business process optimization and ERP implementation engagements. This includes requirements gathering, root cause analysis, and ensuring your project team members develop and implement solutions aligned with those requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Discovery
Lead discovery sessions with clients, actively listening and asking thoughtful questions to clarify and prioritize their business goals and objectives, and identify root causes.
Assessing & Improving Construction Accounting Processes
Conduct comprehensive accounting process assessments, identifying areas where our clients can enhance efficiencies, achieve cost savings, and improve overall effectiveness.
Offer guidance and practical recommendations to optimize and streamline their accounting processes in ways that align with their business / strategic objectives.
Optimizing Construction ERP Systems
Ensure the ERP system aligns with clients' business requirements and helps them achieve operational efficiencies by helping them optimize system usage and providing guidance on system configurations, data management, and/or integration with other tools.
Teaching & Training Super-Users
Facilitate workshops for clients' super-users on effective configuration and utilization of their ERP system, and on limitations and troubleshooting methods, empowering them to maximize system functionality and manage system updates.
Translate discovery information, client needs, and Palmer's tailored approach into Statements of Work (SOWs) that detail client commitments, Palmer deliverables, timeline, and necessary resources.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Large-scale construction ERP transformation experience
Fluent in construction accounting
Experience with inventory & equipment tracking and management within the construction industry
Working knowledge of operations processes
Experience advising & consulting to clients, internal or external
Ability to travel to clients, conferences, training, or other onsite needs
