Microsoft D365 F&O PMA Functional Solution Architect

HSO; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Unlimited PTO

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible benefits

Job summary

HSO is seeking a D365 F&O PMA Functional Solution Architect to lead enterprise-scale implementations across PMA, finance, and operations. You will translate business strategy into scalable D365 F&O solutions and drive end-to-end functional design with cross-functional teams.

You will mentor junior architects and collaborate with executives, delivering measurable value while guiding complex architectural decisions and ensuring alignment with client objectives. Travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, information systems, or related field.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• 8+ years of combined experience delivering Dynamics 365 F&O solutions including PMA module architectures.
• Experience delivering at least three full-cycle PMA implementations within Dynamics 365 F&O.
• Proven success leading multi-phase, multi-country enterprise-scale implementations.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle: assessment, analysis, planning, deployment, realization.
• Ability to deliver measurable business value to executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead as the Functional Solution Architect for PMA across multiple modules and workstreams.
• Translate business strategy into scalable, compliant D365 F&O solutions.
• Own end-to-end functional design for PMA, finance, operations, data, security, reporting.
• Direct BPA, blueprint, and fit/gap activities aligning with Microsoft standards.
• Lead project estimation including scope, delivery strategy, resources, risks, and assumptions.
• Oversee design, build, testing, deployment, and go-live as the design authority.
• Govern testing strategies and issue resolution across functional workstreams and integrations.
• Review and approve functional specs, data migration, deployment plans, and readiness.
• Ensure training and knowledge transfer for long-term client self-sufficiency.
• Act as senior escalation point for functional and solution issues during go-live.
• Mentor architects and consultants across delivery teams.
• Travel up to 30% as client needs require.

Skills

D365 F&O

Enterprise architecture

PM/Accounting

Leadership

Multi-country deployments

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business/IS

CPA certification

Tools

Microsoft ecosystem tools

Job description

As a D365 F&O PMA Functional Solution Architect you can expect to…

• Serve as the lead Functional Solution Architect on complex, enterprise-scale Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementations, with primary ownership of the Project Management & Accounting (PMA) solution architecture across multiple modules and workstreams.
• Act as a trusted advisor to client executives, translating business strategy into scalable, compliant, and future-ready D365 F&O solutions that align with organizational goals and operational requirements.
• Lead solution envisioning, assessment, and advisory activities during analysis phases, ensuring business objectives, processes, and technology capabilities are aligned within a cohesive enterprise solution.
• Own and validate end-to-end functional solution design across PMA, finance, operations, integrations, data, security, reporting, and related business processes.
• Direct Business Process Analysis (BPA), Solution Blueprint development, and Fit/Gap assessments, ensuring recommendations align with Microsoft standards, industry best practices, and client objectives.
• Lead enterprise-level project estimation efforts, including scope definition, delivery strategy, resource planning, risk identification, and commercial assumptions.
• Serve as the functional design authority throughout design, build, testing, deployment, and go-live activities, guiding teams through complex decisions, trade-offs, and architectural challenges.
• Establish and govern testing strategies and issue resolution processes across functional workstreams, integrations, and cross-module dependencies.
• Review and formally approve key project deliverables, including functional specifications, test scripts, data migration strategies, deployment plans, and readiness activities.
• Ensure training, adoption, and knowledge transfer strategies position clients for long-term success, self-sufficiency, and ongoing solution optimization.
• Act as the senior escalation point for functional and solution-related issues during implementation, hypercare, and post-go-live stabilization.
• Contribute to the evolution of HSO delivery methodologies, standards, best practices, and implementation accelerators while mentoring Functional Solution Architects, Senior Consultants, and Functional Consultants across delivery teams.
• Travel as client and business needs require, typically up to 30%.

You’re great at…

• Mentoring and developing junior architects, consultants, and technical resources across onshore and offshore teams.
• Articulating architectural options, business impacts, trade-offs, and risks associated with different solution approaches.
• Providing executive-level leadership and establishing credibility with client stakeholders and project teams.
• Influencing without direct authority and driving alignment across large, complex, and matrixed organizations.
• Leading and collaborating with cross-functional, geographically distributed, and virtual teams.
• Balancing strategic thinking with disciplined execution and delivery excellence.
• Prioritizing competing demands while communicating commitments clearly and effectively.
• Solving complex business and technical challenges with pragmatic, scalable solutions.
• Learning new industries, technologies, and business concepts quickly and applying them effectively.
• Promoting the mission and Shared Values of our company.

Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have…

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• 8+ years of combined experience delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O and/or AX solutions, including the architecture and implementation of complex enterprise systems.
• Experience completing at least three full-cycle implementations of the Project Management & Accounting (PMA) module within Dynamics 365 F&O.
• Proven success leading multi-phase, multi-country, enterprise-scale implementations.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle, including assessment, analysis, business case development, solution envisioning, planning, deployment, and benefits realization.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable business value for executive stakeholders and serve as a trusted advisor during key business and technology decisions.
• Deep understanding of business operations, financial processes, and industry drivers, preferably within Financial Services, Public Sector, Media, or Life Sciences.
• Working knowledge of relevant ISV solutions, integrations, and Microsoft ecosystem tools.
• Ability to move seamlessly between executive-level architecture discussions and hands-on delivery leadership as project demands require.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Financials certifications preferred.
• Familiarity with and/or experience using D365 F&O Workflow.
• Flexibility to travel as client and business needs dictate.

The Perks

We offer competitive pay with a performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy unlimited paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment.

HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.