Contract Opportunity: Dynamics 365 F&O (Finance) Architect
Location: Remote (Occasional travel)
Contract Length: 6–12 months initially (with strong potential for extension)
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: Competitive day rate
Client: Consultancy
Overview:
Cognitive is working with a leading global consultancy to source a seasoned Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Architect, with a primary focus on Finance modules, for a large-scale ERP transformation program. This is a long-term contract engagement where you'll serve as the lead architect on the Finance workstream, helping a multinational client modernize and unify their financial systems using D365 F&O.
The role requires deep technical and functional expertise in D365 Finance modules—including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, financial reporting, and intercompany/multi-entity consolidation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the architectural design and governance of D365 Finance solutions across multiple business units
* Translate financial and operational business requirements into scalable, efficient D365 solutions
* Design end-to-end processes in areas such as GL, AP/AR, budgeting, fixed assets, cash & bank, and financial reporting
* Support complex scenarios like multi-entity rollups, multi-currency reporting, and intercompany transactions
* Collaborate closely with finance stakeholders, solution consultants, and technical teams to ensure successful implementation
* Integrate D365 F&O Finance with third-party systems (e.g., tax engines, reporting tools, treasury platforms)
* Oversee technical delivery, data migration, security roles, and testing for the finance workstream
* Guide the consultancy’s delivery teams with best practices and architectural oversight
Required Skills & Experience:
* 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX / D365 Finance & Operations, with recent focus on the Finance modules
* Proven track record leading D365 Finance implementations for enterprise clients
* Deep understanding of GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, budgeting, financial reporting, and period-end processes
* Experience with multi-entity, multi-currency setups and local regulatory reporting
* Familiarity with Microsoft cloud architecture (Azure) and Power Platform integrations
* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage finance stakeholders and senior leadership
* Prior experience in architect or lead consultant roles on global ERP programs.
Desirable:
* Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant or Solution Architect Expert
* Experience with localization, tax compliance, and statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions
* Background in financial services, professional services, or complex holding structures
* Familiarity with DevOps practices and lifecycle tools for Dynamics 365