Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance Architect (m/w/d)

ZipRecruiter; Essen; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in industrial and technology seeks a finance architect to lead solutions within Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O. The role involves designing finance processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive ERP experience and fluency in English and German, with opportunities for development and a competitive salary package.

Leistungen

Modern and flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years ERP experience with Dynamics AX / D365 F&O Finance modules.
• Fluency in English and German required.
• Experience in intercultural environments is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead solution architecture for Finance and Controlling within Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O.
• Design and implement end-to-end finance processes.
• Facilitate workshops with stakeholders to gather requirements.

Kenntnisse

Financial Reporting

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Documentation Skills

Intercultural Communication

Ausbildung

University degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O

Power BI

Azure DevOps

Microsoft Lifecycle Services (LCS)

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

thyssenkrupp is an international industrial and technology group with around 98,000 employees. In the fiscal year 2023/2024, the company generated sales of €35 billion in 47 countries. Its business activities are bundled in five segments: Automotive Technology, Decarbon Technologies, Materials Services, Steel Europe and Marine Systems. With extensive technology know-how, the businesses develop innovative solutions for the challenges of the future, especially in the fields of climate protection, the energy transition, digital transformation in the industry and mobility of the future.

thyssenkrupp Materials Services is one of the world's leading mill-independent materials distribution and service providers, operating in over 30 countries with approximately 380 locations - including 270 warehouse sites. In the 2023/24 fiscal year, the company generated €12.1 billion in sales. The company is structured into three Business Units: Solutions, Processing, and Distribution & Trading.

The Solutions Business Unit, with a global team of 5,300 employees and annual sales of approximately €1.24 billion, encompasses two Operating Units - MillServices & Systems and Supply Chain Solutions. Supply Chain Solutions was formed by integrating the expertise of several group companies, including Aerospace, Supply Chain Services, Pacemaker.ai. As the world's leading "Materials as a Service"-provider, it serves a wide range of industries, including Aerospace & Defense, Automotive/EV, Industrial Equipment, Renewable Energy, Steel, and more.

Responsibilities

• Lead solution architecture for Finance and Controlling within Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O, designing scalable, compliant, and business-aligned financial systems
• Design and implement end-to-end finance processes, including GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, budgeting, cost accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance
• Facilitate workshops with stakeholders to gather requirements, define future-state processes, and translate them into functional D365 solutions
• Create solution documentation such as blueprints and functional specifications, while guiding configuration and customization in line with best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, data migration specialists, technical architects, and integration partners to ensure cohesive delivery
• Drive finance transformation and process optimization, ensuring compliance with IFRS, HGB, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Stay ahead of trends and technologies, leveraging Microsoft's roadmap, Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate), and emerging innovations like AI and automation

Minimum Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field
• Extensive ERP experience, including 5+ years with Dynamics AX / D365 F&O Finance modules, with strong knowledge of finance processes and the Dynamics F&O data model
• Proficiency in tools such as Power BI, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft Lifecycle Services (LCS), with experience integrating D365 F&O with external systems (e.g., banking, tax, and reporting platforms)
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and managing multi-country finance operations, including familiarity with localization requirements in the US and Europe
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with external partners and vendors throughout the implementation lifecycle
• Experience in intercultural environments, particularly working with teams or partners in Asia, is considered a plus
• Fluency in English and German, with excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills

We Offer

We at thyssenkrupp Materials Services, Business Unit Solutions, are a highly global, diverse and dynamic team working in a challenging but exciting industry. Together with a motivated and high performing team, you will get the possibility to shape the future and success of our Business Unit. We offer you the following benefits:

• A modern and flexible work environment at our thyssenkrupp headquarter in Essen (Germany) with home office possibilities
• Development opportunities within thyssenkrupp Materials Services and the group
• A competitive salary package, comprehensive health benefits, and an excellent pension scheme to support your well-being - today and in the future

We value and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of social background, beliefs, or social status.