KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions

At KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions, we implement best-in-class solutions across the Microsoft technology stack. We have extensive knowledge and expertise in all areas, enabling us to provide our clients with an integrated end-to-end solution. Our solutions are based on Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365, Copilot, Agents, Fabric and Azure products, enabling us to deliver powerful, connected business solutions that drive significant client value.

The EPM capability within our Corporate Services and People Consulting business specialises in delivering large scale Techno-Functional transformation initiatives and supporting CFOs/ CXOs on a wide range of issues. Over the last few years, we have established a reputation as the leading provider of top-quality consulting and technology delivery services. Our teams are recognised by our clients for the depth of industry and functional expertise they bring combined with our practical and innovative technology capabilities. As a result of our strategy and strong pipeline of exciting projects, we are looking to grow our EPM capability. We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of technology skills and business acumen, possess the ambition and potential to become future leaders of our EPM consulting business. This is an exciting time to be part of growing business.

In Corporate Services & People, we improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the business functions (Strategy, Customer, Finance, People, Operations) and generate real insights to help deliver value to the business. Our mission statement is to create a sustainable practice which is recognized as being number one in the industry. 

Our Enterprise Performance Management practice is a priority area for significant and strategic growth and the team works with leading Sectors and Markets, focusing on understanding the core issues and opportunities, in order to deliver technology led value-adding change across their functions.

MS Dynamics CE Solution Architect

About us

KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions a growing Microsoft Dynamics Practice delivering world class solutions in ERP, CRM, and e-Commerce. Our solutions are focused on advisory and implementation services that relate to the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 products including (CRM & ERP). Such systems are strategic IT solutions which integrate all the management information across an entire organisation into one single intuitive software application. They embrace all departments of a company from finance to manufacturing to customer relationship management, HR, and sales, in one single system.

About the Role:

The Dynamics CE Solution Architect is a core team member of KPMG customer delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 cantered solutions. The CE Solution Architect should have extensive experience across all phases of enterprise Dynamics CE projects. A demonstrable history of consultancy experience is a must as this role will entail continuous interaction with clients, managing onshore consultants, working alongside both onshore and offshore development teams. This role will also require a level of presales activities focused on Dynamics CE functionality, Power Platform, and the wider Microsoft platform. You will also contribute to proposal development and provide input in business development whilst leading and mentoring more junior staff.

This role is an important element of KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions’ delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE projects. It is a dynamic and exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing business area within an established and market-leading global Big 4 firm.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the delivery of high-quality business and software solutions to our clients using your knowledge of Dynamics 365 CE functional capabilities working closely with client teams and business stakeholders
• Lead, organise, manage, and document workshops, meetings and requirements sessions with the client representatives, project stakeholders and delivery team(s)
• Ownership for the delivery of high-quality business and software solutions to our clients using their deep understanding of Dynamics 365 CE functional capabilities
• Ownership of gathering and documentation of functional requirements and complete gap/fit analysis for workstream
• Be responsible for ensuring our pre-sales engagements are delivered with the same rigour and attention to detail as our client engagements
• Interface effectively with other members of the delivery team and the solution Architect to ensure that the Power Platforms solution meets client’s requirements
• Strong contribution to the wider CE practice by defining training needs within the team and coaching or mentoring other team members
• Identify business/project risk and mitigate or communicate as necessary
• Deliver high quality business and software solutions and services to clients ensuring the implementation of best practices based on Microsoft Dynamics standards and supported configuration/customisations 
• The creation of high quality and sustainable client solutions and project documentation including support for testing activities
• Deliver all consultancy and configuration work according to KPMG project methodology, ensuring that all software applications are implemented successfully according to the project plan: on time and on budget
• Contribute to Pre-Sales activities as required including building demo and proof of concept solutions for various client presentations
• Delivery of end-user training to clients and colleagues where applicable
• Meet and exceed customer expectations of business knowledge, skills, and behaviour
• Identify business/project risks and mitiga

Core Responsibilities of the FDE Team Include:

•              Developing and managing bespoke AI solutions tailored to clients’ specific needs, resulting in actionable outcomes and accelerated decision-making.

•              Engage proactively to support member firm client opportunities, quickly pinpointing key clienty challenges and uncovering opportunities for value creation through in-depth analysis and collaborative workshops

•              Enabling teams through cutting-edge prototyping tools and methodologies to enhance delivery efficiency and impact.

•              Partnering with global teams and networks to implement the latest emerging technologies and innovations.

•              Reporting and tracking key performance indicators to measure the success and scalability of FDE initiatives globally.

•              Creating supportive, data-driven environments for teams to innovate continuously and achieve sustained client transformation.

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