We are seeking a highly skilled Functional Architect with deep experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (D365 F&O) to join our firm. The Functional Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing D365 F&O solutions that optimize financial processes, support operational efficiency, and align with the company's overall business strategy. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and project management, to ensure that D365 F&O is fully leveraged to meet the company's needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Solution Design: Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of D365 F&O solutions, particularly focused on financial modules (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Project Accounting, etc.).
Business Process Optimization: Work with business stakeholders to analyze, streamline, and improve financial processes and workflows, ensuring alignment with the firm's construction and engineering operations.
System Integration: Ensure that D365 F&O is seamlessly integrated with other enterprise systems (e.g., CRM, project management tools, payroll, and procurement systems) to provide a holistic and connected operational environment.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a bridge between business teams and the IT department, translating business needs into technical requirements and providing functional expertise to support project objectives.
Customization and Configuration: Lead the customization and configuration of D365 F&O modules based on specific business requirements, ensuring scalability and compliance with industry best practices.
Change Management and Training: Drive user adoption of D365 F&O by developing training programs, documentation, and support materials, ensuring teams understand and utilize the system effectively.
Data Migration and Reporting: Oversee data migration from legacy systems into D365 F&O, ensuring data accuracy and consistency; develop financial reports and dashboards using D365 reporting tools and Power BI.
Continuous Improvement: Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement, staying up-to-date with new D365 F&O features and functionalities.
Compliance and Security: Ensure that all financial processes comply with regulatory requirements and that security protocols are enforced within the D365 environment.
Required Qualifications:Experience: 5+ years of experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, with a focus on financial modules and implementation in construction or engineering environments.
MUST have experience in D365 HR Module
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the construction and engineering industry's financial, project management, and operational needs, including project accounting and subcontractor management.
Technical Skills: Proven experience with D365 F&O configuration, customization, and integration with third-party systems; experience with SQL, Power BI and at least one programming language is required.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant certifications in D365 F&O are highly desirable.
Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills; ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders and priorities. We value teamwork, honesty, accountability, and view our team as a service organization. You will need to follow these principles to be successful in our team.
Change Management: Demonstrated experience in leading organizational change related to ERP implementations and driving user adoption through effective training and support.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience with construction-specific ERP modules (e.g., project accounting, time and materials billing, HR, inventory management, etc.).
Experience in Construction industry highly desirable
Familiarity with cloud technologies such as Azure, and experience with integrating D365 F&O in cloud-based environments.
Basic knowledge of GAAP.
Experience with Lean or Agile project methodologies.