Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations Solution Architect

KPMG International Cooperative; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational consulting firm in the UK seeks a Solution Architect with expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365. The role involves leading the delivery of financial solutions, collaborating with global teams, and ensuring high-quality pre-sales engagements. Candidates should possess deep technical knowledge of Dynamics 365 and experience in large-scale ERP implementations. Excellent presentation skills and experience in mentoring are essential. This position offers a competitive salary with significant responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must have substantial knowledge of Dynamics 365, including certifications and practices.
• Ability to lead engagements, particularly with C‑Suite stakeholders.
• Experience as a Solution Architect in a Dynamics 365 environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Finance Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions.
• Ensure pre-sales engagements meet high standards.
• Identify risks and mitigate them effectively.

Skills

Deep knowledge of Dynamics 365 technical capabilities

Understanding of Azure and cloud technologies

Experience in Agile Methodology

Business process mapping knowledge

Excellent presentation skills

Education

Degree Qualification

Job description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for working cross-functionally to understand architecture needs by multiple business units. To be effective in this position, you must feel comfortable owning the entire architecture development process from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• The Solution Architect will lead the delivery of our Finance Microsoft Dynamics 365 solution
• Be a champion for both technical and functional leading practice with the Finance Solution.
• Have an exceptional understanding of Dynamics 365 technical and functional capabilities
• Collaborate with the Global team to enhance the out of the box Dynamics 365 functionality, giving KPMG a unique selling point and also a resalable asset
• Be responsible for ensuring our pre-sales engagements are delivered with the same rigour and attention to detail as our client engagements
• Define training needs within the team and coach other team members
• Deliver all consultancy according to the KPMG Methodology, ensuring that all software applications are implemented successfully according to the project plan.
• Meet and exceed customer expectations of business knowledge, skills and behaviour.
• Identify business/project risk and mitigate or communicate as necessary.
• Ensure progress updates are communicated to relevant parties both formally and informally.
• Identify practice development activities and help in defining how these will be delivered
• Carry out additional duties as may occur from time to time as instructed and agreed by Directors.
• In all activities, ensure timely completion of internal processes and mandatory training.
• Represent KPMG in a professional and positive manner at all times.

Qualifications

• Deep and broad knowledge of technical capabilities of Dynamics 365, including appropriate certification. Must be able to show good knowledge of practices for Dynamics 365.
• In particular deep knowledge of all core Finance concepts and processes including, Enterprise Structures, GL, AP, AR and reporting.
• Good understanding of Azure and cloud technologies, ..
• Broad understanding of software development lifecycle,
• In addition understanding of one of the following is beneficial:
• Manufacturing
• Human Resources
• Project Management and Accounting
• Procurement & Sourcing
• Trade & Logistics
• Knowledge of best practices for working with offshore teams
• Experience of Agile Methodology
• Certification in TOGAF or Zachman Framework would be beneficial
• Degree Qualification

Experience and Background

• Expertise in providing both out of the box and development solutions in a Microsoft Dynamics 365 environment; Extensive experience as an ERP consultant
• Ability to lead engagements and present to the C‑Suite stakeholders.
• Experience with Dynamics 365 in a Solution Architect role
• Experience of large scale ERP implementations
• Adept at Business Requirement Analysis with a focus on reducing development effort and simplifying delivery
• Pre‑sales experience
• Excellent presentation and demonstration skills
• Business process mapping, modelling and documentation knowledge
• Experience of mentoring junior and offshore staff

The role is based in UK. The Salary to be paid is competitive.