Mick Botha

Accomplished Microsoft Dynamics Functional and BI Consultant with over 10 years of experience optimizing business operations through strategic consulting. Leverages industry knowledge and analytical expertise to develop effective solutions and actionable insights. Proven ability to foster strong client relationships and drive impactful results through collaboration and problem-solving.

Functional & BI Consultant at Premier FMCG (2015-01 – Present)

• Led configuration and implementation of Dynamics 365 Business Central across finance, purchasing, and inventory modules.
• Lead end-to-end implementations and upgrades of Dynamics 365 Business Central for mid-sized clients.
• Configured core modules including Financial Management, Sales & Receivables, Purchasing & Payables, and Inventory.
• Managed data migration activities with Rapid Start and SQL-based tools, ensuring seamless transition to Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Designed Power BI dashboards with DAX and Power Query for financial and operational analysis.
• Developed detailed Power BI dashboards by connecting to BC tables and external data sources, providing actionable insights for executive decision-making.
• Created custom reports and managed data flows using Power Query and DAX in Power BI.
• Built complex Power BI reports including P&L, aged receivables, inventory turnover, and cost center analysis.
• Managed data migration activities using Rapid Start and SQL-based tools.
• Coordinated testing, training, and go-live support for multiple projects.
• Delivered training sessions and user manuals tailored to various functional roles.
• Delivered training sessions and created user manuals for various functional roles, enhancing user understanding and adoption of system features.
• Assisted in reengineering business processes during D365 BC migration from legacy ERP, optimizing workflows to align with new system capabilities.
• Utilized SQL and APIs to extract, transform, and load data into centralized reporting models.
• Created role-specific views and security layers in BC and Power BI.

Dynamics Consultant at Adapt IT (PTY) LTD (2010-01 – 2015-12)

• Led support team in providing technical assistance to clients.
• MS Dynamics Support Consultant.
• SQL DBA / Developer.
• SSRS Developer, support, maintenance as well as SharePoint & Business portal.
• Power BI Dashboard Reports.
• C++/VB/VC.NET Developer.
• Developed Power BI reports to present key business insights.
• Analyzed IT system and infrastructure to identify areas for improvement.
• Implementing a technological solution to meet business needs.
• Implemented technological solutions to address specific business needs.
• Collaborated with technical in-house team to enhance understanding of technology.

ERP Consultant at New Era Solutions (2008-01 – 2010-12)

• Managed MS Dynamics accounts receivables invoice batches to ensure timely processing and accuracy.
• MS Dynamics Customizations.BI Dashboard Development.
• SSRS Reports Development.
• Crystal report analysis, support, maintenance, as well as SharePoint & business portal.
• MS Dynamics Accounts receivable invoice register.
• MS Dynamics Order processing.
• Executed MS Dynamics implementations across various departments.
• Developed customizations for MS Dynamics and BI dashboards.
• Supported users on MS Dynamics, addressing inquiries and troubleshooting issues to enhance user experience.
• Testing MS Dynamics – enhancement before deployment.
• Participated in Sprint Planning meeting as a member of the development team.
• Managed Dynamics AR invoice batches for accurate financial tracking.
• Facilitated sales order processing in Dynamics for customer fulfillment.
• Met with management and appropriate staff to understand they requirements.
• Effectively communicated complex information to clients.
• Collaborated with management and staff to gather requirements for MS Dynamics implementation.
• Identified and proposed effective solutions for user issues, ensuring timely resolution.

Junior MS Dynamics GP Consultant at Sandbox Projects (PTY) LTD (2006-01 – 2008-12)

• Supported users on MS Dynamics, addressing inquiries and troubleshooting issues to enhance user experience.
• Testing MS Dynamics – enhancement before deployment.
• Participated in Sprint Planning meeting as a member of the development team.
• Managed Dynamics AR invoice batches for accurate financial tracking.
• Facilitated sales order processing in Dynamics for customer fulfillment.
• Met with management and appropriate staff to understand they requirements.
• Effectively communicated complex information to clients.
• Collaborated with management and staff to gather requirements for MS Dynamics implementation.
• Identified and proposed effective solutions for user issues, ensuring timely resolution.

Certification in PL900 - Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals – Udemy Business School

Certificate in Business Intelligence Analyst Certificate – NextGen Learning (2025-01)

Certification in Certified Scrum Master – NextGen Learning (2024-01)

Certification in PL-300 - Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate – Udemy Business School (2024-01)

Certification in MB-800 | Microsoft Dynamics BC Func. Consultant – Udemy Business School (2023-01)

B.Tech in Computer Science – Science Home - Wits (2004-01)