D365 FO Functional Finance

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O)

Functional Consultant Finance & Project Accounting

About Hitachi Solutions

Hitachi Solutions is a global Microsoft solutions integrator dedicated to developing and delivering industry-focused solutions that empower clients to achieve their business transformation goals. Our expertise, industry focus, intellectual property and strategic partnership with Microsoft set us apart. We are consistently recognized for our achievements in teaming with clients to deliver innovative digital solutions and services.

Job Description

Position Summary

Hitachi Solutions is seeking an experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) Functional Consultant specializing in Finance and Project Management & Accounting (PMA). The consultant will be responsible for leading business process discovery, solution design, configuration, testing, data migration, user training, and successful implementation of Dynamics 365 Finance and Project Accounting solutions across global customer engagements.

The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting and project accounting knowledge, extensive D365 Finance implementation experience, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor to customers throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Business Analysis & Solution Design

• Conduct workshops to gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
• Perform Fit-Gap Analysis and recommend D365 standard capabilities and best practices.
• Design end-to-end Finance and Project Accounting solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Prepare Functional Design Documents (FDD), Solution Design Documents (SDD), User Stories, Process Flows, and Configuration Workbooks.
• Collaborate with Solution Architects and Technical Consultants on integrations, reporting, and customizations.
• Experience of developing customized solutions to complex business problems
• Demonstrable consultancy experience
• Strong working knowledge of business processes
• Relevant Microsoft certification
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• A logical approach to problem solving and the structured introduction of change into operational systems

Functional Configuration

Configure and validate the following D365 Finance modules:

Core Finance

• General Ledger (GL)
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Cash & Bank Management
• Fixed Assets
• Budgeting
• Credit & Collections
• Cost Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Consolidations & Eliminations
• Tax Configuration

Project Accounting / PMA

• Project Management & Accounting
• Project Contracts
• Time & Expense Management
• Project Costing
• Revenue Recognition
• Resource Management
• Project Billing
• Funding Sources
• Forecasting & Budget Control
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Management

Implementation Delivery

• Lead finance and PMA workstreams through all project phases:

Discovery, Solution Blueprint, Design, Build, SIT, UAT, Training, Cutover, Go-Live, Hypercare Support

• Drive client decision-making during process walkthroughs and design reviews.
• Identify software gaps and propose configuration, extensions, integrations, or reporting solutions.
• Support global and multi-legal entity deployments.
• Ensure adherence to Hitachi Solutions implementation methodology and governance.

Data Migration & Integrations

• Define migration strategy and mapping documents.
• Validate migrated master and transactional data.
• Support data cleansing and reconciliation activities.
• Collaborate with technical teams for integration design and testing.
• Support financial system integrations involving banking, payroll, procurement, project management, and third-party applications.

Testing & Quality Assurance

• Prepare test scenarios and business process scripts.
• Support Conference Room Pilots (CRP).
• Execute System Integration Testing (SIT).
• Facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Ensure solution quality and adherence to customer requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• MBA, CA, CMA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent accounting qualification preferred.

Experience

• 4+ years for Functional Consultant.
• 6+ years for Senior Functional Consultant.
• 10+ years for Functional Lead.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate (MB-310)
• Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Apps Solution Architect Expert (MB-700)

Annexure

The following are standard considerations that apply regularly. Capturing them here to avoid any oversight.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Stakeholder management experience.
• Customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to lead workshops and training sessions.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

Key Competencies

• Business Process Analysis
• Solution Design
• ERP Consulting
• Requirement Gathering
• Functional Configuration
• Gap Analysis
• Production Planning
• Inventory Optimization
• Warehouse Management
• Procurement Management
• Supply Chain Planning
• User Training
• Change Management
• Go-Live Support
• Continuous Improvement

Nice to Have

• Experience with Microsoft Copilot for Dynamics 365.
• Knowledge of AI-driven demand forecasting and supply chain optimization.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and advanced analytics.
• Exposure to ISV Finance and PMA solutions integrated with Dynamics 365 F&O.
• Experience in multi-country, multi-company implementations with global supply chain processes.