MS Dynamics 365 F&O Solution Architect 
The Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS) business unit at KPMG is looking for a Dynamics 365 F&O Solution Architect with extensive experience across all phases of large-scale enterprise Dynamics 365 F&O projects. With a hands-on approach and proven experience in end-to-end implementations, strong understanding of primary process and procedures combined with 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, managing 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 growing business area within an established and market-leading global Big 4 firm. 

Responsibilities:

• The Solution Architect will lead the delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions
• Involvement in full end-to-end implementations and all phases of project life cycle
• Involvement with D365FO interfaces and Integrations
• Solves and advises on complex problems with creative solutions 
• Be a champion for both technical and functional leading practice with the Finance Solution.
• Have an exceptional understanding of Dynamics 365 technical and functional capabilities.
• Collaborate with the Global team to enhance the out of the box Dynamics 365 functionality, giving KPMG a unique selling point and also a resalable asset.
• Be responsible for ensuring our pre-sales engagements are delivered with the same rigour and attention to detail as our client engagements.
• Define training needs within the team and coach other team members.
• Deliver all consultancy according to the KPMG Methodology, ensuring that all software applications are implemented successfully according to the project plan.
• Meet and exceed customer expectations of business knowledge, skills and behaviour.
• Identify business/project risk and mitigate or communicate as necessary.
• Ensure progress updates are communicated to relevant parties both formally and informally.
• Awareness of product roadmap and the content of future releases of D365FO
• Demonstrate ability around upselling and understanding of additional company capabilities 
• Identify practice development activities and strong 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

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About KPMG Delivery Network

The world of global advisory, audit and tax compliance services for large multi-nationals is rapidly changing and heavily dependent on technology. The KPMG Delivery Network (KDN) is a KPMG special purpose member firm offering a way for clients to leverage KPMG top talent and technology platforms through regional teams of specialists, enabling economies of scale and a new way of working that expands beyond local capabilityTogether with KDN, KPMG member firms can drive the sales and delivery of global solutions at a competitive price and in a repeatable and consistent manner. As a member of KDN, you’ll be a part of the KPMG family working alongside some of our profession’s most skilled practitioners on rewarding programs and initiatives that are changing the way business operates, delivering value to our clients, and driving positive change in the communities we serve.You’ll be enabling KDN accelerate new ways of working, using cutting-edge technology and working together with our member firms located in nearly 150 countries to help us achieve our ambition to be the most trusted and trustworthy professional services firm. And through your work, you’ll build a global network and unlock opportunities that you may not have thought possible with access to great support, vast resources, and an inclusive, supportive environment to help you reach your full potential

Role Summary:

Secondment - 24 months

Location: London

Contract type- Full time

The Quality and Risk Management (QRM) team at KDN Central is seeking a high-performing Assistant Manager to support its quality and risk management operations and strategic direction. This role will focus on developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure the quality of client deliverables, compliance with legal and regulatory obligations, and meeting client expectations. 

The ideal candidate will have experience in quality and risk management and will play an important role in QRM’s activities across a range of KDN policy and process related initiatives.

How you will make your mark

• Support KDN’s quality review programs within each function (Audit, Tax & Legal, Advisory) as they are designed, implemented and operated
• Assist in driving KDN compliance with Global Quality Risk Management policies
• Assist in the development, monitoring and operation of SoQM/KQCE processes throughout KDN
• Working with the relevant KDN process and control owners, including at the owned delivery centers, to complete quality SoQM/KQCE-related documentation timely
• Manage monthly, quarterly and annual reporting and control timelines
• Assist with the coordination of the annual independent testing process over KDN KQCE documentation
• Support the annual KDN risk assessment process
• Identify potential process and control improvements, support remediation of control related findings, and work with the relevant owners/operators to design / implement such improvements
• Monitor and communicate relevant global communications and information to others within KDN with SoQM and KQCE responsibilities
• Support a range of other QRM initiatives and strategic priorities

This is the job for you if you have:

Technical skills:
• External or internal audit or compliance background
• Experience with KPMG’s SoQM/KQCE processes preferred
• Experience of designing, documenting and testing non-financial controls
• Strong risk management awareness
• Ability to apply critical thinking
• Analytical ability and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
• Strong questioning and listening skills
• Good interpersonal and

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