MS Dynamics 365 F&O Lead Consultant 

The Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS) business unit at KPMG is looking for a Dynamics 365F&O Lead Finance Consultant with experience in all phases of large-scale enterprise Dynamics 365F&O projects.
The ideal candidate will possess a hands-on approach and proven experience in end-to-end implementations, combined with a strong understanding of Dynamics 365F&O process and procedures and practical knowledge of interfacing and integration with Dynamics products. A demonstrable history of consultancy experience is a must as this role will entail continuous interaction with clients, leading onshore consultants, working alongside both onshore and offshore development teams. This role will also require a level of presales activities focused around Dynamics F&O functionality 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 therefore key to KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions’ customer delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations solutions. It is a dynamic and exciting opportunity to join a rapidly developing business area within an established and market-leading global firm. 

Responsibilities:

• Ownership of gathering and documentation of functional requirements and complete gap/fit analysis for workstream
• Leading module workstream of full end-to-end D365 F&O implementations through all phases of the project life cycle
• Ownership of gathering and documentation of functional requirements and complete gap/fit analysis for workstream
• Ownership of the solution for a D365 module (SCM, Finance, Commerce, HR) , making design decisions and reviewing/creating solution documentation
• Solves and advises on complex problems with creative solutions 
• Delivery of end-user training to clients and colleagues where applicable
• Provide on-site support and assistance throughout delivery and go-live phases of project to client and more junior team members
• Advise client and delivery team members of scope (creep) and use of change control processes
• Demonstrate ability around upselling and understanding of additional company capabilities 
• Knowledge of product roadmap and the content of future releases of D365FO in the supply chain area and demonstrate changes/additions to team members
• Involvement in responding to RFPs and RFQs and other pre-sales activities as required
• involvement in further development of capabilities in D365 F&O product team
• Contribute to practice development activities and involvement in the creation and delivery of these to fellow colleagues
• Leads people and helps to grow them in their role
• Promotes the Values of our company 
• Performance manage two or more junior members of product team
• Ensure timely completion of internal processes and mandatory training
• Carry out additional duties as may occur from time to time as instructed and agreed by Directors
• Represent KPMG MBS in a professional and positive manner at all times

Requirements: 
Qualifications and Skills 

• Proven experience with Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations (D365F&O) or AX2012 with a minimum of 3 end to end implementations
• Extensive experience in consulting and very good presentation skills 
• Ability to lead meetings and workshop, and confidently present to the C-Suite
• Demonstrable, hands-on Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance & Operations (D365FO) implementation experience in D365 Modules such as:
  • SCM
  • Finance
  • Commerce
  • HR
• Strong understanding of sub modules 
• Experience with (D36

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Overview

This exciting role is within our South Region Corporate Tax Advisory & Compliance team, based in our South Central Or South West offices. 

Our clients include UK headquartered businesses and inbound groups across a range of sectors. 

Our work in the tax advisory space includes supporting clients with business and fiscal change. This can include advising on new jurisdiction entry, the development of new business areas, business reorganisations, tax authority enquiries, pre/post transaction reorganisations, refinancing, cash repatriation, interest deductibility and the impact global fiscal change (e.g. BEPS Pillar 2).

We work as a hybrid team where we get together in the office or at client sites at least twice a week to collaborate and learn together, with flexibility over how you spend the rest of your time. 

The Role

• Being one of the main points of contact on a portfolio of clients on day-to-day tax matters and working with Senior Managers and Managers on our larger client accounts
• Supporting on tax advisory projects by providing UK corporation tax input based on experience and researching topics and by working with other areas of tax and our overseas members firms to incorporate their input into our advice.
• Ensuring our clients are kept up to date with emerging corporate and wider tax developments impacting their business.
• Supporting on the delivery of UK corporation tax compliance services
• Supervising the work of junior members of staff and providing coaching to support their development.
• Assisting our Managers and Senior Managers with client account management, including complying with appropriate quality and risk management procedures and financial management
• Support the leadership with business development opportunities.

The person

• Qualified CTA or ACA / CA or equivalent

• UK corporation tax experience
• Analyses problems, identifies core issues, investigates, evaluates, and integrates information.
• Communicates with impact, in a way that is open, honest, consistent, and clear.
• Sustains a high level of drive, shows enthusiasm and a positive attitude when coping with pressure at work.
• Takes personal responsibility and accountability for managing own work and juggling competing priorities.
• Continuously learns from experiences, seeking out feedback and development opportunities.
• Coaches less experienced staff, giving clear directions and constructive feedback.
• Works in a cooperative, respectful manner with colleagues, clients, and the wider community
• Builds the reputation of KPMG through the quality of work, knowledge, and experience.

Senior Manager – Legal Managed Services (Contracting Solution Delivery Lead) 

• Reports to: Director, Legal Managed Services 

• Location: UK (Travel Required) 

Role Summary:

The Senior Manager supports the Director by managing and delivering complex client transitions and transformations in contracting services from pre-sales through transition and implementation. Under the Director's guidance, you will lead detailed aspects of the sales and transition phases, including process mapping, pricing structure development, technology requirement confirmation, and RFP response preparation. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Developing detailed process maps and optimised future-state solutions 

• Confirming technology requirements (CLM, Gen-AI), managing data migration and integration 

• Developing pricing structures and contributing to proposal and pitch material creation 

The Deal Execution team is part of KPMG’s rapidly expanding Strategy Group, which delivers value for clients by challenging conventional thinking, bringing deep industry and functional insights and executing with investor-grade rigour.  We are a diverse team of over 105 practitioners, working collaboratively with and orchestrating KPMG’s broad set of capabilities within our Advisory business, and are focused on continually enhancing value for clients across the deal and economic cycle. Our teams comprise of specialists capable of helping clients right through from conceptual thinking of buying a business to turning their business around in times of difficulty.

The People in M&A Centre of Excellence deals with all aspects of the employee journey in M&A, as well as leveraging our experience to enact transformational change outside of a deal context. From early-stage strategy development and organisational design for carve-outs, to synergy cases and cost benefits, employee experience and corporate culture, employee transfer, through to the conception, development and management of effective transformational solutions to help an organisation achieve its ambitions and objectives. We work together to develop solutions to the issues our clients may face and understand the financial benefits or risks that may be present from a people perspective. Above all, we are driven by a passion to help our clients execute transactions and transformational change efficiently, maximising value through people and ensuring a smooth people transition.