Job description Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations Solution Architect KPMG Overview:KPMG is part of a global network of firms that offers Audit, Tax & Pensions, Consulting, Deal Advisory and Technology services.
Through the talent of over 16,000 colleagues, we bring our creativity and insight to our clients' most critical challenges.
With offices across the UK, we work with everyone from small start-ups and individuals to major multinationals, in virtually every industry imaginable.
Our work is often complex, yet our vision is simple: to be the clear choice for our clients, for our people and for the communities we work in.
Job Description: Responsibilities The Solution Architect will lead the delivery of our Finance Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutionBe a champion for both technical and functional leading practice with the Finance Solution.Have an exceptional understanding of Dynamics 365 technical and functional capabilitiesCollaborate with the Global team to enhance the out of the box Dynamics 365 functionality, giving KPMG a unique selling point and also a resalable assetBe responsible for ensuring our pre-sales engagements are delivered with the same rigour and attention to detail as our client engagementsDefine training needs within the team and coach other team membersDeliver all consultancy according to the KPMG Methodology, ensuring that all software applications are implemented successfully according to the project plan.Meet and exceed customer expectations of business knowledge, skills and behaviour.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 deliveredCarry out additional duties as may occur from time to time as instructed and agreed by Directors.In all activities, ensure timely completion of internal processes and mandatory training.Represent KPMG in a professional and positive manner at all times.
Requirements: Qualifications and SkillsDeep and broad knowledge of technical capabilities of Dynamics 365, including appropriate certification.
Must be able to show good knowledge of practices for Dynamics 365.In particular deep knowledge of all core Finance concepts and processes including, Enterprise Structures, GL, AP, AR and reporting.Good understanding of Azure and cloud technologiesBroad understanding of software development lifecycle,In addition understanding of one of the following is beneficial:ManufacturingHuman ResourcesProject Management and AccountingProcurement & SourcingTrade & LogisticsKnowledge of best practices for working with offshore teamsExperience of Agile MethodologyCertification in TOGAF or Zachman Framework would be beneficialDegree Qualification Experience and BackgroundExpertise in providing both out of the box and development solutions in a Microsoft Dynamics 365 environment; Extensive experience as an ERP consultantAbility to lead engagements and present to the C-Suite stakeholders.Experience with Dynamics 365 in a Solution Architect roleExperience of large scale ERP implementationsAdept at Business Requirement Analysis with a focus on reducing development effort and simplifying deliveryPre-sales experienceExcellent presentation and demonstration skillsBusiness process mapping, modelling and documentation knowledge Experience of mentoring junior and offshore staff