Ben Walsh

Background

About Ben Walsh

I am a finance and tech expert with over 10 years of experience in the life sciences sector and a passion for innovation and efficiency. As a Senior Consultant ERP at Avanade, I help global organizations run better by delivering practical solutions using the Microsoft platform and applying human-centered design and design thinking principles. I have led and supported multiple system implementations and process improvements across finance and compliance teams, using tools such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power BI, Jet Reports, and OneStream. I have also bridged the gap between scientists and the rest of the business, and communicated effectively with stakeholders at all levels, from clerks to executives. I hold a Chartered Management Accountant certification from CIMA and several Microsoft certifications covering Azure, AI, and ERP. Specialties- Certified Management Accountant | Microsoft Certifications covering Azure, AI, ERP - Financial modelling & analysis, performance improvement, decision support, budget consolidation, forecasting, team building/leadership, business partnering- Functional controlling, project controlling, FTE/resource management- Systems: Microsoft Dynamics, Business Central 365, Power BI, OneStream, SAP R/3, SAP BW, SAP BPC, SAP FIM, Business Objects, Excel VBA, Essbase