D365 F&O Finance Functional Consultant (Senior/Lead)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a D365 F&O Finance Functional Consultant (Senior/Lead) based in India.

We are seeking an experienced Senior/Lead Finance Functional Consultant to drive end-to-end Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) implementations and enterprise financial transformation projects. In this role, you will lead solution design, business requirement analysis, system configuration, and deployment activities, ensuring solutions align with organizational needs and industry best practices. You will work closely with finance stakeholders and technical teams to translate complex business requirements into scalable ERP solutions. A key focus will be implementing India-specific financial and statutory requirements, including GST, TDS/TCS, e-invoicing, and e-way bills. You will also facilitate client workshops, oversee testing activities, and support successful go-live transitions. This is an opportunity to take on a strategic, client-facing leadership role while mentoring consultants and contributing to large-scale digital transformation initiatives.

Accountabilities:

Lead end-to-end Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementation projects, from initial requirement gathering and business analysis through solution design, configuration, testing, and deployment.
Conduct detailed business requirement workshops with clients and stakeholders to understand financial processes, identify operational needs, and define appropriate ERP solutions.
Perform fit-gap analysis and recommend scalable, efficient solutions aligned with business objectives and Microsoft Dynamics 365 best practices.
Design, configure, and implement core finance modules, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Budgeting, Fixed Assets, Cash and Bank Management, and Financial Reporting.
Drive India Localization implementation activities, ensuring compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, including GST, TDS/TCS, e-invoicing, and e-way bills.
Lead Conference Room Pilot (CRP) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions, coordinate testing activities, and ensure functional requirements are validated before deployment.
Prepare and maintain functional design documents, business process documentation, user stories, test scenarios, and end-user training materials.
Collaborate with technical teams to coordinate integrations, reporting requirements, data migration, and customization activities.
Support business process transformation initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline financial operations and improve system efficiency.
Lead go-live planning, deployment coordination, and post-implementation hypercare activities to ensure smooth transitions and effective issue resolution.
Provide functional guidance and best-practice recommendations to clients, ensuring solutions remain scalable, compliant, and aligned with business requirements.
Act as a trusted advisor and primary functional point of contact for client stakeholders throughout implementation engagements.
Mentor and guide junior functional consultants, promote knowledge sharing, and contribute to the development of internal capabilities.
Participate in presales activities, solution demonstrations, and proposal discussions to support business development and solution positioning.
Contribute to global implementation programs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful ERP transformation projects.
Requirements:
At least 8 years of ERP consulting experience, with strong functional expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
Proven track record of successfully delivering at least 2–3 end-to-end D365 F&O implementation projects.
Extensive hands-on experience with core Finance modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budgeting, Fixed Assets, Cash and Bank Management, and Financial Reporting.
Mandatory experience with India Localization, including GST, TDS/TCS, e-invoicing, e-way bills, and applicable statutory and regulatory compliance requirements.
Strong understanding of financial business processes and the ability to translate complex accounting and operational requirements into effective ERP configurations.
Proven experience in requirement gathering, fit-gap analysis, functional solution design, system configuration, testing, and deployment.
Experience facilitating client workshops, CRP sessions, UAT activities, and business process discussions.
Strong documentation skills, including the preparation of functional design documents, user stories, test scenarios, and training materials.
Experience collaborating with technical teams on system integrations, reporting solutions, data migration, and functional specifications.
Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with senior business and technical stakeholders.
Previous leadership experience managing consulting teams, guiding junior professionals, or coordinating complex client engagements is highly desirable.
Experience working on global D365 F&O implementation programs is an advantage.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 certifications are preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a proactive approach to resolving complex implementation challenges.
Excellent communication, presentation, and workshop facilitation skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead project activities, and deliver high-quality results within agreed timelines.
Notice period: Immediate joiners or candidates available to join within 15 days are strongly preferred.
Benefits:
Work arrangement: Fully remote position with a work-from-home setup in India.
Employment opportunity: Senior/Lead-level role offering significant ownership of ERP implementation projects.
Career advancement: Opportunity to lead complex Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations transformation initiatives.
Leadership exposure: Take responsibility for client engagements, solution design, project delivery, and mentoring junior consultants.
Technical development: Deepen expertise in D365 F&O Finance modules, India Localization, and enterprise ERP solutions.
International exposure: Opportunity to contribute to global implementation programs and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Client engagement: Work directly with business leaders and finance stakeholders, providing strategic functional guidance.
Professional recognition: Opportunity to contribute to presales initiatives, solution demonstrations, and best-practice development.
Salary and additional benefits: Compensation, healthcare coverage, performance incentives, and other employee benefits have not been specified and may be discussed during the recruitment process.