Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) Solution Architect
Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a seasoned Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) Solution Architect to spearhead large-scale digital transformation projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of Finance and Supply Chain Management (SCM) processes, strong consulting skills, and a proven track record in designing and implementing comprehensive D365 F&O solutions.
This position requires a strategic mindset capable of engaging with senior stakeholders, facilitating solution architecture discussions, leading fit-gap workshops, and ensuring the effective implementation of scalable, business-focused solutions. Experience in the Industrial MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) sector is strongly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee solution architecture, design, and deployment for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) projects.
- Collaborate with business leaders and stakeholders to grasp strategic goals and convert them into scalable D365 F&O solutions.
- Conduct solution workshops, gather requirements, and assess business processes.
- Lead Fit-Gap Analysis, solution blueprinting, and functional design initiatives.
- Create and present comprehensive Finance and SCM solution architectures that meet business demands.
- Draft functional design documents for identified gaps, enhancements, and customizations.
- Establish integration strategies and ensure the proper sequencing of integration points across enterprise systems.
- Provide leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support.
- Collaborate closely with business SMEs, developers, architects, and project leadership teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Advise teams on D365 F&O architecture best practices, standards, and governance.
- Support executive discussions, solution demonstrations, and transformation roadmaps.
- Manage shifting priorities while ensuring project quality and delivery timelines are met.
- Identify opportunities for business improvement and propose innovative technology solutions.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience as a Finance/SCM Solution Architect or Senior Functional Consultant in Microsoft Dynamics AX/D365 F&O.
- Extensive experience leading client-facing consulting efforts and enterprise ERP transformation initiatives.
- Strong expertise in:
- Dynamics 365 Finance
- Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management
- Financial Management Processes
- Procurement & Sourcing
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Management
- Order-to-Cash (O2C)
- Procure-to-Pay (P2P)
- Master Planning
- Thorough understanding of D365 F&O technology architecture, framework, and implementation methodologies.
- Strong knowledge of integration architecture and enterprise application ecosystems.
- Extensive experience throughout the entire System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Proven success in solution design, blueprinting, and enterprise architecture governance.
- Ability to influence and effectively communicate with executives, business users, SMEs, architects, and development teams.
- Established ability to lead teams and ensure successful project execution in complex environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the Industrial MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) industry.
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 certifications.
- Experience with global rollouts and multi-country implementations.
- Familiarity with Azure integration services, Power Platform, and enterprise architecture frameworks.
- Strong knowledge of IT strategy, digital transformation, and ERP modernization initiatives.
Key Skills
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O)
- Dynamics AX
- Solution Architecture
- Finance & SCM Consulting
- Enterprise ERP Transformation
- Fit-Gap Analysis
- Functional Design Documents (FDD)
- Business Process Reengineering
- Integration Architecture
- SDLC
- Stakeholder Management
- Executive Engagement
- Industrial MRO
- Digital Transformation
- ERP Solution Consulting
