Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations Functional Architect – Finance

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations Functional Architect – Finance

Job Level: Architect

Job Location: Remote

Travel Expectations: 15%

Job Classification: Temporary (W2T) Contractor (1099)

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In this role, you will: 

Solution Architecture

▪    Assist in the end to end functional architecture for D365 F&O implementations, upgrades, rollouts, and managed services engagements.

▪    Lead requirements and design workshops with finance, operations, and supply chain stakeholders, and drive decisions to closure.

▪    Perform fit to standard analysis, document gaps, and recommend resolutions that prioritize standard functionality, ISV solutions, and Power Platform extensions over custom code.

▪    Define the global and legal entity design, including chart of accounts, financial dimensions, organization hierarchies, number sequences, and intercompany structures.

▪    Author functional design documents, solution blueprints, and integration specifications that developers and testers can build against without rework.

▪    Establish the data migration strategy, including entity selection, DMF package design, mapping standards, and cutover sequencing.

▪    Review and approve technical designs for extensions, integrations, and reporting to confirm they align to the functional architecture and Microsoft roadmap.

Client Delivery

▪    Serve as the functional advisor to client sponsors, controllers, and process owners throughout the engagement lifecycle.

▪    Partner with the project manager on scope, estimates, sequencing, risk, and change control, and hold the line on solution scope.

▪    Lead conference room pilots, user acceptance testing readiness, and go live and hypercare support from the functional side.

▪    Diagnose and resolve complex functional issues across GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, project accounting, budgeting, cost accounting, and subledger to GL reconciliation.

▪    Guide reporting and analytics design across Financial Reporter, Business Performance Analytics, Power BI, and Azure Synapse Link for Dataverse.

▪    Position and design first party Copilot and agent capabilities where they deliver measurable value to finance and operations users.

Practice Development

▪    Contribute to pursuits through discovery sessions, solution positioning, estimating, and statement of work development.

▪    Build reusable delivery assets including templates, accelerators, configuration playbooks, and demo environments.

▪    Represent the practice in client facing content, conference sessions, webinars, and the Centric blog.

▪    Track the Microsoft release wave roadmap and translate what is coming into practical guidance for clients and consultants.

Leadership and Mentorship

▪    Coach consultants and architects on functional depth, client presence, and design discipline.

▪    Provide quality assurance reviews on peer engagements and surface risk early.

▪    Support recruiting through candidate interviews and technical evaluation.

▪    Model the collaborative, low ego consulting culture that Centric clients expect.

Who You Are: 

▪    Three or more years implementing Microsoft Dynamics ERP, with at least five years on Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations or Dynamics AX 2012.

▪    Three or more full lifecycle D365 F&O implementations in a lead functional or architect capacity.

▪    Deep functional command of the finance suite, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, cash and bank management, and financial dimensions.

▪    Working knowledge of at least one adjacent area such as supply chain, procurement, project operations, manufacturing, or warehouse management.

▪    Demonstrated command of period close, month end reconciliation, and audit and control requirements in a live production environment.

▪    Experience with data migration, integration patterns, and the Data Management Framework.

▪    Practical understanding of Lifecycle Services, environment strategy, One Version release cadence, and Microsoft support processes.

▪    Proven ability to lead executive level conversations and drive consensus among competing stakeholders.

▪    Strong written communication, with the ability to produce design documentation that stands on its own.

▪    Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, information systems, business, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

▪    Prior industry experience in a controller, accounting manager, or operations leadership role.

▪    Consulting experience in a client facing delivery organization.

▪    Working knowledge of Power Platform, including Power Automate, Power Apps, and Dataverse.

▪    Familiarity with D365 F&O security architecture, licensing tiers, and license optimization.

▪    Experience with subscription billing, multi currency, multi entity consolidation, or Management Reporter and Financial Reporter.

▪    Exposure to Business Central or Customer Engagement, and the ability to advise on cross platform solution fit.

▪    CPA, CMA, or MBA.

▪    Public speaking history at Microsoft or community events such as Directions, Community Summit, or DynamicsCon.

▪    MB-310, Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant

▪    MB-700, Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations Apps Solution Architect

Total Rewards:  

We proudly offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive and well-rounded benefits package for full-time employees that have been designed to nourish your well-being, such as health coverage, wellness programs, 401K company match, self-managed PTO, and other unique incentives that celebrate your accomplishments.      

• Remote and Hybrid Work
• Time Off When You Need It
• Benefits That Flex
• Professional Development  

While benefits eligibility may vary for roles that are not full-time, we provide unique opportunities for growth, skill development, and more.  Regardless of your role, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment where every team member contributes to our shared success.  

Discover more about our benefits by exploring additional details here benefits. 

Who We Are: 

Founded in 1999 with a remote workforce, we combine the benefits of experience, flexibility, and cost efficiency to create tailored solutions centered on what’s best for businesses.  Now numbering more than 1,400 employees in the U.S. and India, we’re committed to solving clients’ toughest problems and delivering on our mission of providing unmatched experiences.   

Our purpose at Centric Consulting is to bring unmatched experiences to clients and employees. These aren't just words we use — it's how we became a company and who we are today. Providing an unmatched experience means we approach each other as human beings and lead with empathy and humility. It means we work diligently to ensure we are a place where everyone can create a sense of belonging and feel respected for who they are.  

What Makes Centric a Great Place to Work? 

We know that creating and sustaining an authentically welcoming culture requires that we all play a part in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, from our business practice to how we show up for employees and communities. This is how we bring our mission and core values to life, working together to provide the highest quality services to our clients while allowing our employees to reach their full potential.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  

Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the application or interview process.