GDS Consulting_Microsoft MSD F&O Manager

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Position: MSD_F&O Manager– Finance
The Opportunity:
As a Manager in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (F&O) Finance team at EY GDS, you will lead complex enterprise-scale ERP implementations for global clients, focusing on core finance processes. Your leadership, expertise, and ability to manage functional teams and client relationships will drive transformation and innovation, helping businesses reimagine finance through technology.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead the delivery of D365 F&O Finance implementations across core financial modules including:
o    General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable
o    Fixed Assets, Budgeting, Cost Accounting
o    Project Accounting, Expense Management
•    Manage full project lifecycle from discovery through deployment and post-go-live support.
•    Define solution architecture and guide design decisions in alignment with client business objectives.
•    Lead functional teams in requirements gathering, process mapping, fit-gap analysis, and configuration.
•    Ensure quality delivery by mentoring consultants, reviewing functional deliverables, and managing timelines.
•    Manage project financials including budgeting, resource planning, and profitability tracking.
•    Establish and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor for strategic finance transformation initiatives.
•    Stay up to date with Microsoft product updates and advise clients on best practices to leverage new functionality.
•    Collaborate across development, testing, and integration teams to ensure seamless solution delivery.
•    Mitigate project risks through proactive planning, stakeholder engagement, and issue resolution.
•    Working knowledge of Supply Chain Management (SCM) processes and modules in Dynamics 365 F&O will be an added advantage.

Skills and Attributes for Success:
•    Deep expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O and Dynamics AX 2012 R3.
•    Strong understanding of financial business processes across:
o    Record to Report (R2R)
o    Procure to Pay (P2P)
o    Order to Cash (O2C)
o    Hire to Retire (H2R)
o    Expense to Invoice (E2I)
•    Proven experience managing end-to-end F&O Finance implementations, including system configuration, data migration, and user adoption.
•    Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., IFRS, GAAP, SOX).
•    Experience integrating D365 with Power Platform, Azure Services, and third-party tools.
•    Familiarity with Agile project delivery methodologies and use of Azure DevOps.
•    Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with ability to design scalable and sustainable solutions.
•    Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to translate business needs into functional requirements.
•    Understanding of cloud infrastructure, data governance, and security standards.

To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have:
•    Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
•    12–16 years of experience in ERP consulting, with at least 6 years on Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O.
•    Experience in leading large project teams and delivering global implementations.
•    Hands-on knowledge of Visual Studio, Lifecycle Services (LCS), Power Platform, and Azure DevOps.
•    Microsoft certifications such as:
o    MB-310: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance
o    MB-300: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Core Finance and Operations

         Ideally, You’ll Also Have:
•    Experience with Power Platform tools including Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI.
•    Integration experience using Azure Logic Apps, Azure Data Factory, or custom connectors.
•    Strong experience in data migration strategy, mapping, validation, and cleansing.
•    Ability to coach and mentor junior team members and lead knowledge sharing initiatives.
•    Strong presentation and facilitation skills for workshops and client demos.
•    Experience working in multi-country rollouts and multi-entity environments.

What We Look For:
•    A solution-oriented mindset and passion for finance transformation through technology.
•    Proven leadership skills in managing delivery teams and client engagements.
•    Agility in adapting to new tools, technologies, and industry changes.
•    Team player with high levels of motivation, accountability, and integrity.

 

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