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Anaplan Developer – Manager / Associate… at Grant Thornton · Dublin

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Job Description

Anaplan Developer – Manager / Associate Director

Location: Dublin, Ireland

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Anaplan Developer at Manager / Associate Director level to join our Technology Consulting team. The role will include designing, developing and optimising Anaplan models to address complex business challenges and initiate transformative change across a range of organisations. The ideal candidate should demonstrate expertise in Anaplan, Financial Systems and Data Integration, along with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver transformative business solutions.

Embrace the possibility to apply – you don’t need to meet every single requirement. We would love to hear from you!

Join a Dynamic Team Driving Change

Our Technology Consulting team is part our wider Consulting and Advisory services, made up of both industry leads and subject matter experts driving change and innovation across this ever-growing department. Our consultants possess transferable skills and collaborate across various teams within the Consulting, Advisory department, applying expertise in project management, stakeholder management, communication and process improvement to drive impactful results.

As an Anaplan Developer, you will have the chance to work alongside industry-leading clients across diverse sectors, harnessing cutting-edge tools and technologies to deliver transformative solutions, leveraging your expertise in Anaplan and Financial Systems Management. You will lead out on the end-to-end design, development and implementation of Anaplan models and collaborate with cross-functional teams across Grant Thornton to gather requirements and translate them into scalable Anaplan solutions.

Roles & Responsibilities

Assist in full life cycle implementations including planning, design, & build phases. Responsible for documenting business requirements, system design and transformational goals, participating in full life cycle implementations
Optimising existing Anaplan models for performance, usability and functionality, ensuring seamless data flow from source systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Coupa and others.
Developing and maintaining processes for Data Integration, Transformation and Reporting, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
Providing technical leadership in redesigning business models across various areas of the Firm, to enhance efficiency and usability.
Delivering training and documentation to ensure end-user adoption and effective use of Anaplan models.
Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Anaplan systems and integrations, ensuring minimal disruption to business processes.
Managing multiple projects simultaneously, providing clear timelines, deliverables and status updates to stakeholders.
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in Anaplan development and Financial Systems Management to drive continuous improvement.

Skills and Experience

Education and Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Management, Economics, Business Administration, Finance / Accounting or a related field.
Certified Anaplan Level 1 & 2 Model Builder (Level 3 certification is a plus).
SCRUM Project Management certification or equivalent.
Other certifications related to Source Systems would be an advantage.

Experience

Proven experience as an Anaplan Developer with a minimum of 5 years in designing, building and maintaining Anaplan models across multiple industries.
Strong background in Financial Systems Management, Data Integration, and Performance Optimisation.
Hands-on experience with Source Systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Coupa and other ERP or CRM platforms.
Proficient in Project Management tools such as Jira, Miro, Asana, MS Office, ServiceNow etc.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects in a professional services or Advisory environment.
Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering solutions that enhance business processes and outcomes.

Skills and Competencies

Strong technical proficiency in Anaplan including Model Building, Troubleshooting and Optimisation.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Experience in Finance processes, concepts and data.
Proficiency in Data Visualisation and Reporting tools to drive insights and decision-making.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, deliver under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strategic mindset with a focus on delivering measurable business value.

We are Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton Ireland is rapidly approaching 3,000 people, in 9 offices across Ireland, Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda. With a presence in over 149 countries around the world and a global network of 73,000 people, we bring our clients the local knowledge, national expertise and global presence to help them succeed – wherever they’re located.

At GT, we work as trusted advisors, bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located. We make business more personal by investing in building relationships and empowering our clients to make the right decisions for their organisation now and for the future. Whether that is working with the public sector to build thriving communities, with regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or with a diverse range of businesses to help them achieve their goals, Grant Thornton Ireland work hard to support clients to act on the issues that matter.

At GT Ireland we don’t just predict your future, we build it.

A Career at GT

Looking for a more fulfilling role in professional services? One where fresh thinking, collaboration and diversity are valued? At Grant Thornton we do things differently.

What does this mean for you?

A career in a more inclusive working environment, a more collaborative work culture, a more supported, flexible working role, more possibilities to grow and more opportunities to help shape the future for your clients. We respect and value your experience. And we want you to bring your authentic self to work and be at your best. It is how it should be.

Grow with us

At Grant Thornton, we care about our people and work hard to make you feel valued. If you are looking to deepen and develop your skills, knowledge, and experience throughout your career, then that is what you will get, and more.

Our Benefits

Please follow this link for information on our generous benefits package.