ARM Life formerly CrystaLife Assurance Plc. is the insurance subsidiary of Asset & Resource Management Company Ltd (ARM).
Its parent company, ARM is one of the largest non-bank financial services firms in Nigeria with a focus on asset management. Established in 1994, ARM started operations as a traditional asset management company specialising in the ...
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Application Manager – Microsoft Dynamics NAV/BC Developer
We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central Functional & Technical Consultant that will be responsible for implementing, customizing, supporting, and optimizing Business Central solutions. This role bridges business needs with technical execution, ensuring efficient system design, development, and user adoption across finance, operations, and other business functions.
Job Details
Design, develop, and customize Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central solutions based on business requirements.
Develop extensions using AL language for Business Central.
Maintain and modify legacy solutions using C/AL where applicable.
Create and customize tables, pages, reports, codeunits, and XMLPorts.
Design and develop RDLC and Word reports.
Implement business logic and validation within the application.
Customize standard modules including Finance, Sales, Purchasing, and Inventory.
Develop and expose APIs and web services (OData, SOAP).
Strong proficiency in SQL for querying, reporting, and data analysis.
Integrate Business Central with external systems such as payment platforms, banking systems, and third-party services.
Build and maintain background processes, job queues, and scheduled tasks.
Optimize application performance and troubleshoot system issues.
Debug and resolve production issues and provide ongoing technical support. Perform data migration, data import/export, and data validation.
Write and optimize SQL queries for reporting and troubleshooting.
Ensure data integrity and consistency across the system.
Manage extensions lifecycle including packaging, deployment, and versioning.
Use version control systems such as Git and manage code via Azure DevOps . Participate in release management and deployment processes across environments.
Support system upgrades from NAV to Business Central and handle code refactoring.
Ensure adherence to Microsoft best practices and extension development standards.
Collaborate with functional consultants and stakeholders to refine requirements.
Document technical designs, customizations, and system configurations.
Monitor system performance and ensure reliability and availability.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers when required.
Requirements
Strong understanding of financial processes including GL, AP, AR, and Bank Reconciliation.
Strong understanding of procurement and sales processes.
Experience with ERP implementation lifecycle.
Ability to document requirements and processes clearly.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Proficiency in AL Development (Business Central).
Proficiency in C/AL (Microsoft Dynamics NAV).
Experience with Visual Studio Code (AL Extension).
Experience with Git and Azure DevOps for version control.
Knowledge of RDLC and Word report design.
Knowledge of APIs, REST/SOAP web services.
Knowledge of OData and integration patterns.
Strong SQL Server skills including query writing, performance tuning, and data analysis.
Understanding of Business Central architecture (On-Prem and SaaS).
Understanding of extensions and customization best practices.
Experience with Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps).
Experience with Azure services such as Logic Apps, Functions, and Service Bus. Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Familiarity with multi-tenant environments.
Knowledge of API integrations, web services, and business process automation.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.
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