D365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant

Rifumo Empowerment Holdings; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced D365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant to lead ERP implementations. The role requires a deep understanding of enterprise business processes and strong skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365. Ideal candidates will have at least 4 years of experience and be proficient in business analysis and stakeholder management. The position is based in Gauteng, South Africa.

Qualifications

• 4+ years hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementation.
• Strong understanding of enterprise-level ERP business processes.
• Proven ability to gather complex requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex enterprise business processes across multiple functional areas.
• Lead large-scale F&O implementation projects from requirements gathering to go-live.
• Create and maintain detailed functional specifications and process documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations

Business Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Project Leadership

Process Optimization

Education

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations certifications (MB-300, MB-310, MB-320, MB-330)

Tools

Power BI

Data Management Framework (DMF)

Electronic Reporting (ER) framework

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced D365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant to join our enterprise consulting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing complex business requirements, configuring Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations solutions, and leading large-scale ERP implementations for enterprise clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze complex enterprise business processes and requirements across multiple functional areas
• Configure and customize Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations to meet enterprise business needs
• Lead large-scale F&O implementation projects from requirements gathering to go-live
• Design and document comprehensive business process flows and system configurations
• Conduct executive-level system demonstrations and stakeholder presentations
• Provide functional expertise in core F&O modules (Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, HR)
• Create and maintain detailed functional specifications and process documentation
• Collaborate with technical teams to define complex customization and integration requirements
• Lead data migration strategy, analysis, and mapping for enterprise-scale implementations
• Conduct comprehensive user acceptance testing and system validation
• Provide change management support and organizational readiness assessment
• Deliver end-user training programs and create training curricula
• Stay current with F&O updates, new functionality, and industry best practices

Required Skills & Experience

• F&O Platform: 4+ years hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementation and configuration
• Enterprise ERP: Strong understanding of enterprise-level ERP business processes and governance
• Functional Expertise: Deep knowledge in Finance (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Budgeting, Cost Accounting), Supply Chain, and Manufacturing
• Project Leadership: Experience leading or managing full-cycle enterprise ERP implementations
• Business Analysis: Proven ability to gather complex requirements and translate them into scalable system configurations
• Stakeholder Management: Experience managing relationships with C-level executives and department heads
• Training & Change Management: Experience designing and delivering enterprise training programs
• Process Optimization: Strong analytical skills for business process reengineering and optimization

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant certifications (MB-300, MB-310, MB-320, MB-330)
• Experience with additional modules (Human Resources, Retail, Project Operations)
• Knowledge of enterprise data migration strategies and tools
• Understanding of complex integration patterns and enterprise architecture
• Experience with Power Platform and advanced analytics integration
• Previous enterprise consulting or Big 4 consulting experience
• Industry-specific experience (Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Public Sector)
• Knowledge of international compliance and regulatory requirements
• Experience with Lifecycle Services (LCS) and ALM processes

Technical Environment

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (Cloud/On-Premise)
• Finance & Operations configuration and setup tools
• Data Management Framework (DMF)
• Electronic Reporting (ER) framework
• Power BI and advanced analytics
• Power Platform integration
• Lifecycle Services (LCS)
• Office 365 and Microsoft enterprise ecosystem

Functional Areas of Expertise

• Financial Management: General Ledger, Advanced Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Cost Accounting, Intercompany, Consolidations
• Accounts Payable: Vendor management, Invoice processing, Payment processing, Expense management, Procurement workflows
• Accounts Receivable: Customer management, Collections, Credit management, Revenue recognition, Billing processes
• Supply Chain Management: Master planning, Inventory management, Procurement, Warehouse management, Transportation
• Manufacturing: Production planning, Discrete & Process manufacturing, Quality management, Product lifecycle management
• Human Resources: Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Performance management, Talent management, Learning & development
• Project Operations: Project accounting, Resource management, Time & expense, Project profitability analysis
• Retail Operations: Point of sale, Merchandising, Store operations, E-commerce integration, Omnichannel retail