Experienced Dynamics 365 F&O Functional Consultant

Overview of the Role:

The successful candidate will be a champion for functional best practices with Microsoft solutions, responsible for leading delivery of D365 end-to-end implementation projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead delivery of D365 end-to-end implementation projects including design, configuration, testing, training, cutover, post go-live support & reporting.
• Responsible for all aspects of relevant workstream of implementation, assuring that area processes are aligned to the firms' ISMP.
• Lead the design and configuration of sector specific templates to enhance the out of the box Dynamics functionality.
• Active involvement with Data Migration strategy and design.
• Involvement with interfaces and Integrations.
• Be responsible for ensuring the pre-sales engagements are delivered with the same rigour and attention to detail as client engagements.
• Define training needs within the team and coach other team members.
• Deliver all consultancy according to the company's Project Methodology, ensuring that all software applications are implemented successfully according to the project plan.
• Be expected to meet and exceed customer expectations from a business knowledge, skills and behaviour perspective.
• 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.

Requirements:

• Degree Level of Education or higher.
• Microsoft Dynamics certifications.
• 12 years of relevant experience in a similar role, particularly in a professional services / consulting firm.
• Knowledge of best practices for working with offshore teams.
• Experience in Agile and Waterfall Methodologies.
• Experience in Azure DevOps.
• Have exceptional understanding of Microsoft ERP or CRM functional capabilities.
• Good understanding of Cloud technologies.
• Good understanding of integration tools and technologies.
• Good understanding of Power Platform technologies.
• Good understanding of automated testing tools such as RSAT.
• Broad understanding of software development lifecycle, development management, release management, data migrations, cut-over planning, and early live support.
• Experience on operating in Shared Services or nearshore teams.
• Must have led multiple projects from end-to-end in a functional capacity.
• Must have experience in end-to-end implementation of multiple projects.
• Proven ability to demo powered assets and assist in pre-sales and deal shaping for large transformational programs.
• Excellent written and verbal English language skills. Additional fluency in one or more other languages will be considered an asset.
• Deep and broad knowledge of functional capabilities of Dynamics 365, including appropriate certification.
• Must be able to show good knowledge of practices for Dynamics 365.
• Exceptional knowledge of all Finance core concepts and processes including Enterprise Structure, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Asset and Reporting.
• Aware of latest Microsoft Features.
• Aware of ISVs which can be integrated with F&O.
• Leadership and Stakeholder Management Skills.
• Excellent Client Relationship Management.
• Coaching and Mentoring Skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Promotes the Values of the company.
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills.
• Resilience and being comfortable under pressure.
• Team player and able to work on own initiative.
• Desire to constantly assess and incorporate new technologies and software into their skillset.