Job Title : D365 Solution Architect (Finance)

3 month contract (strong view to 6-12 month extension)

Hybrid working prefered - Lyon, France.

You must be in a position to speak fluent French and English for this role.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect with deep expertise in Finance modules and Project-to-Profit business processes. The ideal candidate will lead solution design, business transformation initiatives, and end-to-end ERP implementations across global organizations. The candidate should possess strong functional and architectural knowledge of D365 F&O Finance, Project Operations, and related integrations, along with the ability to engage effectively with French-speaking customers and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities :

Solution Architecture & Consulting

Lead end-to-end solution architecture for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementations and transformation programs.
Work closely with business stakeholders to understand strategic objectives and translate them into scalable ERP solutions.
Design enterprise-wide Finance and Project-to-Profit business processes aligned with industry best practices.
Provide solution governance, architecture reviews, and design authority throughout project lifecycle.
Create functional and solution design documentation, architecture diagrams, and implementation roadmaps.

Finance Functional Skills

Modules : General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable , Fixed Assets, Cash & Bank Management, Budgeting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax Management, Cost Accounting, Financial Consolidation, Intercompany Accounting, Financial Reporting, Project Operations Expertise

Stakeholder Management

Conduct workshops, fit-gap analysis, and solution discovery sessions.
Advise executive stakeholders on ERP strategy and digital transformation initiatives.
Collaborate with global delivery teams, business SMEs, and technical architects.
Support pre-sales activities including solution demonstrations, estimations, and proposal development.

Delivery Leadership

Guide implementation teams through design, testing, deployment, and hypercare phases.
Review functional configurations and integration designs.
Ensure adherence to Microsoft best practices and implementation methodologies.
Mentor functional consultants and solution designers.

French Language Responsibilities

Conduct workshops and business discussions with French-speaking stakeholders.
Review and support business process documentation in French and English.
Facilitate communication between global delivery teams and French-speaking business users.
Support UAT, training, and change management activities for French regions.

Required Skills & Experience

Functional Expertise

10+ years of ERP consulting experience with at least 5+ years in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
Strong expertise in D365 Finance modules.
Deep understanding of Project Operations / Project Accounting / Project-to-Profit processes.
Experience in global finance transformation programs.
Strong knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, financial controls, and compliance processes.

Solution Architecture

Experience leading multiple end-to-end D365 F&O implementations.
Ability to design scalable enterprise solutions across multiple legal entities and geographies.

Language Requirements

Professional proficiency in French (B2/C1 level or above).
Strong verbal and written communication skills in French and English.
Ability to conduct requirement workshops and solution discussions independently in French.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Information Systems, or related field.
MBA/CA/CMA/CPA qualification preferred.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant certification preferred.
Microsoft Solution Architect certifications preferred.

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