Solution Architect D365 Finance & Operations (F&O)

Solutions Lead / Solution Architect

D365 Finance & Operations (F&O)

Location: Hybrid Working Available

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced D365 Finance & Operations (F&O) Solutions Lead / Solution Architect to join a major organisation undergoing a significant digital and ERP transformation programme.

This role will be responsible for designing, governing, and assuring end-to-end Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations solutions and integrations across finance, supply chain, procurement, and operational functions. Acting as the architectural authority for D365 F&O, you will ensure solutions are scalable, secure, aligned to Microsoft best practice, and deliver measurable business value.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong finance and accounting background , who can combine deep functional finance expertise with enterprise D365 F&O architecture experience.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture & Governance

• Define, develop, and maintain solution architecture documentation, including high-level and detailed designs, integration architectures, and data models.
• Act as the design authority for D365 F&O initiatives, reviewing and approving solution designs and architectural decisions.
• Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, security requirements, compliance obligations, and Microsoft best practices.
• Challenge requirements and solution designs to maximise standard D365 functionality and minimise unnecessary customisation.
• Ensure solutions support robust financial controls, governance frameworks, segregation of duties, audit requirements, and regulatory compliance.

ERP Strategy & Roadmap

• Co-develop and own a multi-year D365 Finance & Operations roadmap.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, Microsoft releases, and new platform capabilities to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to optimise finance and operational processes through effective use of D365 F&O.

Programme Delivery & Leadership

• Provide architectural leadership across discovery, design, build, testing, deployment, and go-live activities.
• Support programme teams and delivery partners to ensure adherence to agreed architectural standards and designs.
• Assess and manage impacts on risk, cost, timelines, and operational readiness.

Functional & Technical Oversight

Provide architectural leadership across key D365 F&O modules including:

• General Ledger
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Fixed Assets
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Financial Reporting
• Supply Chain Management
• Procurement and Sourcing
• Project Operations

Integration & Technology Strategy

• Design and assure integrations between D365 F&O and wider enterprise systems.
• Lead integration strategy across the Microsoft ecosystem, including Azure, Power Platform, third-party solutions, and enterprise applications.
• Ensure data integrity, interoperability, and seamless business operations.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with Finance, Technology, and Business leaders to define future-state processes and system capabilities.
• Facilitate workshops and translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Present complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Influence decision-making and secure stakeholder buy-in for strategic initiatives.

Candidate Profile

Essential Experience

• Qualified Accountant ( ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, CPA or equivalent ) or demonstrable senior finance leadership experience within ERP transformation environments.
• Proven experience as a D365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect , Lead Functional Consultant, or ERP Architect on complex enterprise-scale implementations.
• Strong finance process expertise covering:
• Financial Accounting
• Management Accounting
• Financial Controls
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Statutory Reporting
• Audit and Compliance Requirements
• Extensive experience designing D365 Finance solutions and integrations.
• Experience delivering solutions with minimal customisation and strong governance controls.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Lifecycle Services (LCS), DevOps, and D365 environment management.
• Deep understanding of:
• Requirements gathering and analysis
• Data migration
• SIT and UAT testing
• Cutover planning
• Go-live support
• Excellent stakeholder management, workshop facilitation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.