D365 F&O Finance Consultant

Job description MS Dynamics 365 F&O Senior Finance Consultant The Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS) business unit at KPMG is looking for a Dynamics 365F&O Senior Finance Consultant with experience across all phases of large-scale enterprise Dynamics 365F&O projects. With a hands-on approach and solid understanding of finance process and procedures combined with knowledge of interfacing and integration with Dynamics products. A demonstrable history of consultancy experience is a must as this role will entail continuous interaction with clients and project teams working alongside both onshore and offshore development teams. This role will also require a level of presales activities focused around Dynamics F&O functionality and the wider Microsoft platform. You will also contribute to proposal development and provide input in business development whilst mentoring more junior staff. This role is therefore key to KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions’ customer delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations solutions. It is a dynamic and exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing business area within an established and market-leading global Big 4 firm. ResponsibilitiesInvolvement in full end-to-end implementations and all phases of project life cycleInvolvement with D365FO interfaces and IntegrationsAbility to gather and document functional requirements and complete gap/fit analysisAbility to produce solution design and integration design documents, alongside development teams.Demonstrate awareness of scope (creep) and use of change control Delivery of end-user training to clients and colleaguesProvide on-site support and assistance throughout delivery and go-live phases of projectHave awareness of product roadmap and the content of future releases of D365FO Provide on-site support and assistance throughout delivery and go-live phases of project to client and more junior team membersInvolvement in responding to RFPs and RFQs Solves and advises on complex problems with creative solutions Knowledge of product roadmap and the content of future releases of D365FO in the finance area and demonstrate changes/additions to team membersAwareness around upselling and understanding of additional company capabilities Partake in practice development activitiesPromotes the Values of our company Ensure timely completion of internal processes and mandatory trainingHave awareness of product roadmap and the content of future releases of D365FO Demonstrate awareness around upselling and company capabilities Carry out additional duties as may occur from time to time as instructed and agreed by DirectorsRepresent KPMG MBS in a professional and positive manner at all timesRequirements Qualifications and SkillsExperience in consulting and very good presentation skillsAbility to lead meetings and workshop, and confidently present to the C-SuiteMinimum of 4 years Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance & Operations (D365FO) or AX2012 implementation experience including the following modules and areasGeneral LedgerAccounts ReceivableAccounts PayableCash and Bank ManagementBudgetingProject Management and AccountingFixed AssetsManagement Reporter Financial Consolidation and elimination experienceExperience with electronic banking file and tax reporting needsKnowledge of Financial workflow and journal approvalMulti-legal entries experienceMulti-currency experienceExperience with (D365FO) interfaces and IntegrationsGood understanding of Accounting processes, principles, functionality & systemsMicrosoft Dynamics certification in Finance, ideally most current versionSolid Finance background (ACA/ACCA/CIMA part qualified; qualified is desirable but not essential)Beneficial to have experience of LCS and Azure DevOpsGood MS Office skills (primarily Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Visio is a plus)Understanding of Power Platform capabilities and Business Intelligence (BI) is preferredSoft SkillsExudes confidenceWorks independently as well as in a team environmentAbility to manage others and lead more junior consultants for a successful outcome Acts with professional demeanourManages time and multiple tasks accordinglyThinks clearly and calmly under pressureSolves complex problems with creative solutionsClient centric approach with emphasis on client satisfaction Desires to constantly assess and incorporate new technologies and software into own skillset Promotes the Values of our companyConfidence to reach out to more senior colleagues for guidance