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Heike Raubenheimer
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Opportunities for career transitioners
Are you considering a career change and open to exploring new challenges in a supportive work environment? We look forward to connect!
Looking for a career change?
At HSO, we are always interested in onboarding people with a diverse background and with a variety of knowledge and experience. We are convinced that this diversity enables us to be more successful. If you recognize yourself in one of the transition paths below, don't hesitate to get in touch!
1. Microsoft technology experts
Are you a tech expert with deep knowledge of Microsoft technologies? Imagine harnessing that expertise to drive real-world business solutions. At HSO, we welcome professionals like you to join our ranks. Our comprehensive training and mentoring programs will equip you with the consulting skills needed to transform organizations.
2. Consulting veterans
Consulting veterans, listen up! If you’ve honed your skills at a Microsoft competitor or in another consulting role, HSO is your next destination. We’ll bridge the gap by providing intensive Microsoft technology training. Your consulting acumen combined with our ecosystem will create powerful outcomes for our clients. Let’s rewrite the playbook together.
3. Take a sidestep or climb the ladder
Ready to ascend? Transition from consulting to leadership, project management, or business development at HSO. We value your consulting background and offer mentorship to help you thrive in your new role. Shape strategies, lead teams, and drive innovation—your journey starts here.
4. Industry insiders, your insights matter
Bring your customer-centric viewpoint to HSO. Whether you’ve worked in retail, manufacturing, healthcare, or any other sector, we want you. Collaborate with our teams to create solutions that resonate with our clients. Your industry know-how combined with our Microsoft prowess will make waves.
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Solution Architect | HSO United Kingdom
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Learning & Development
Next to a competitive remuneration package, HSO offers many opportunities for training, development, and career advancement. Through our HSO Academy we enable Microsoft trainings and certifications as well as personal development trainings.
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Senior Project Manager
D365 F&O Senior Project Manager you can expect to… Manage and perform the following tasks throughout the full life cycle course of small to large implementations: Scope and Change Management Resource, Time, and Cost Management Communication Risk and Issue Management Project Tracking and Control Participate in or lead Design Sessions which are used to gather requirements from project stakeholders Lead steering committee meetings and facilitate communication with all parties involved Support and manage project teams, project scope, project schedules, project risks/issues, and expectations Ensure customer satisfaction Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have… Bachelor’s Degree 5+ years of D365 F&O implementation experience 8+ years of managing large ERP/CRM software projects and development teams Previous experience in a Lead Consultant or PM role for a D365 F&O implementation Experience with different SDLC project methodologies (such as agile and waterfall) Demonstrated ability to successfully manage project teams In-depth financial acumen Strong understanding of business processes/business process analysis Working experience or knowledge of LCS and or VSTS PMP certification is highly desirable Proficiency in MS Project You’re great at… Handling multiple projects/tasks simultaneously Understanding change management Building relationships with clients and partners Prioritizing tasks and communicating commitments with clients & team members Working in a highly collaborative team environment Solving complex problems with creative solutions Learning new concepts quickly and thoroughly Promoting the mission and Shared Values of our company The Perks We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy unlimited time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment. Check out the reasons why people love to work for us or browse more opportunities on our careers page! HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Microsoft Power Platform Senior Technical Consultant
As a Platform Senior Technical Consultant you can expect to… Work as a core member of delivery teams on large, complex client engagements, or serve as the technical lead on smaller or more focused implementations Take end-to-end responsibility for the delivery of technical capabilities at the solution, feature, and user story level Serve, based on engagement needs, as: Lead Developer, designing and supervising the development of Power Platform solutions Solution Developer, building high-quality applications, automations, and integrations Technical Consultant, advising on enterprise platform topics such as governance, security, ALM, architecture, and user empowerment Design, build, and deliver Power Platform solutions including Power Apps (canvas and model-driven), Power Automate, Dataverse, and related Azure services Translate business and functional requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable technical designs Collaborate closely with functional consultants, solution architects, and client stakeholders to ensure solutions align with business goals and platform best practices Support client-facing consulting services including cloud assessments, technical workshops, and co-design sessions Ensure adherence to Power Platform best practices, security standards, governance models, and compliance requirements Guide clients through application lifecycle management (ALM), environment strategy, and deployment pipelines Contribute to successful solution adoption through technical enablement, documentation, and knowledge transfer Continuously develop and deepen your technical expertise and share knowledge internally through mentoring, best practices, reusable assets, and intellectual property You’re great at… Working closely with clients to understand their pain points, challenges, and goals Gathering important information through requirements gathering, participating or conducting workshops and interviews with key stakeholders to gather and document detailed business requirements, ensuring a clear understanding of client needs Developing strong technical, analytical, presentation, documentation, and communication skills Building trusted relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders Prioritizing work, managing dependencies, and clearly communicating commitments Working effectively in highly collaborative, cross-functional teams Solving complex technical and business problems with creative, pragmatic solutions Learning new technologies and concepts quickly and applying them effectively Coaching and mentoring other consultants and developers to raise overall delivery quality Developing your own technical expertise, and share that expertise with your colleagues as a mentor or producer of best practices and intellectual property When asked, providing technical pre-sales support to sellers and their clients when needed (e.g. technical presentations to clients, development and presentation of demos, preparation of design and proposal documentation, etc.); note this is not the primary job function, and pre-sales assignments will be made based on technical expertise required by the pursuit Working in a highly collaborative team environment, solving complex problems with creative solutions Promoting the mission and Shared Values of our company Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have… Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) 4+ years of technical experience in consulting or customer settings working with Microsoft Cloud technologies such as Power Platform or Dynamics 365 CE, Azure, or Microsoft 365 application development, integration, and / or infrastructure solutions A strong sense of ownership, autonomy, and accountability for your work The ability to work independently, translate goals into action, and own outcomes while collaborating effectively with others A passion for Microsoft cloud technologies, particularly Power Platform, Azure, and Microsoft 365 Strong client-facing skills, empathy, and the ability to guide clients through ambiguity and complex challenges Demonstrated experience delivering production-grade Power Platform solutions, including Canvas and model-driven apps, Power Automate flows, Integrations using connectors, APIs, or custom services The drive and self-sufficiency to work independently, translate goals into action, own the success of your area of work, support and seek support from colleagues when needed Benefits:We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy unlimited paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment. HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Azure Cloud Architect
As a Azure Cloud Solutions Architect you can expect to... Lead the end-to-end design of secure, scalable, and resilient Azure solutions across applications, integrations, data, infrastructure, and security. Facilitate discovery sessions and architecture workshops, translating business requirements into technical solutions and actionable delivery plans. Establish architecture standards, design patterns, and engineering best practices while providing technical leadership and mentorship to development teams. Guide application modernization initiatives, helping clients evolve legacy systems into cloud-native Azure solutions. Architect and support solutions leveraging Azure services including App Services, Functions, API Management, Service Bus, Storage, Key Vault, SQL, Containers, and Kubernetes. Define integration, API, and event-driven architecture patterns to support scalable enterprise applications. Drive DevOps adoption through CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, automated testing, and release automation using tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Terraform, and Bicep. Ensure solutions meet security, performance, scalability, reliability, and compliance requirements. Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing architecture guidance and communicating technical concepts to both business and technical stakeholders. Collaborate closely with project teams throughout the solution lifecycle, from strategy and design through implementation and deployment. Support pre-sales activities including solution shaping, technical estimates, proof of concepts, and statement of work development. Contribute to HSO's growth by developing reusable assets, sharing technical expertise, and promoting HSO's mission and shared values. You’re great at… Connecting enterprise cloud strategy with detailed application design and practical implementation decisions. Leading engineering teams while remaining technically credible and engaged with developers. Designing modern distributed applications using C#, .NET/.NET Core, REST APIs, microservices, and event-driven patterns. Choosing the right Azure service and architecture pattern based on scalability, security, reliability, performance, cost, and maintainability. Bringing structure to ambiguity and explaining architecture decisions, risks, and trade-offs clearly. Working independently, owning deliverables, and collaborating effectively across client and HSO teams. Learning new technologies quickly and applying them to real client challenges. Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have… 8+ years of experience designing and delivering Microsoft Azure solutions across application architecture, cloud architecture, and engineering leadership. Strong software engineering background with hands-on experience in C#, .NET/.NET Core, REST APIs, distributed systems, microservices, and enterprise integrations. Experience architecting and implementing Azure-native solutions using services such as App Services, Functions, API Management, Service Bus, Azure SQL, Key Vault, Storage, Container Apps, and/or AKS. Proven ability to lead development teams, mentor engineers, and establish architecture, coding, and quality standards. Experience with Azure DevOps and/or GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform and/or Bicep), automated testing, and Agile delivery practices. Ability to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable cloud solutions while effectively communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience modernizing legacy applications, designing enterprise integration strategies, and supporting cloud transformation initiatives. Strong understanding of Azure security, governance, reliability, performance, and operational best practices. Experience working in consulting, professional services, or client-facing environments is highly preferred. Microsoft Azure certifications, particularly Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), are a plus. The Perks We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy unlimited paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment. HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Program Manager
As a Program Manager, you are responsible for leading complex business transformation and technology initiatives from planning through successful delivery. You serve as the central point of coordination between clients, executive stakeholders, and delivery teams, ensuring alignment on objectives, priorities, timelines, and outcomes. You work comfortably across strategic planning, governance, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and execution oversight, balancing client expectations with delivery excellence. By proactively managing dependencies, mitigating risks, and driving accountability, you help organizations realize measurable business value from their investments. This role also contributes to the growth of HSO’s delivery capabilities through continuous improvement, delivery best practices, and mentorship of project teams. • Manage interconnected projects and engage with senior executives and strategic stakeholders to accomplish the following business objects: o Oversee all aspects of program delivery, including planning, resource allocation, execution, and risk managemento Run complex, enterprise-level programs that adhere to a client’s strategic alignment o Deliver program-level goals to achieve and maintain cross-project success o Engage with senior stakeholders and executives to align program goals with business priorities• Participate in or lead Design Sessions which are used to gather requirements from project stakeholders • Lead steering committee meetings and facilitate communication with all parties involved • Supervise and mentor project managers, technical leads, business analysts, and other team members, providing clear direction, collaboration, and alignment across workstreams• Direct and manage D365 F&O programs from inception to completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery of projects• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and executives, acting as the primary point of contact for the program• Collaborate with solution architects and technical teams to ensure D365 solutions are designed and delivered according to best practices and HSO standards• Monitor and report on program financials, including budgets, forecasts, and resource utilization, identifying cost-saving opportunities to mitigate financial risks• Develop risk mitigation plans and proactively address challenges that may impact project timelines or quality• Implement change management strategies to guide stakeholders and end users through the adoption of new systems and processes• Identify opportunities for process and people improvements, contributing to the development of program management within HSO You’re great at… • Overseeing all aspects of program delivery, including planning, resource allocation, execution, and risk management• Looking at the big picture to achieve more strategic business outcomes, handling multiple projects/tasks simultaneously • Working closely with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive D365 F&O solutions• Understanding change management, aligning program objectives with client expectations and strategic goals• Building strategic relationships with clients and partners • Providing input on architecture, integration, and deployment strategies• Solving complex problems with creative solutions • Learning new concepts quickly and thoroughly • Promoting the mission and Shared Values of our company Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have… • Bachelor’s Degree • 10+ years of D365 ERP and/or AX implementation experience • 8+ years of managing large ERP/CRM projects and development teams • Previous experience in a Lead Consultant or PM role for a D365 implementation • Proven experience in managing multi-million-dollar programs with complex delivery requirements• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders• Experience with different SDLC project methodologies (such as agile and waterfall) • Demonstrated ability to successfully manage project teams • In-depth financial acumen • Strong understanding of business processes/business process analysis • Software development experience a plus, especially in Java and/or C# • Working experience or knowledge of LCS and or VSTS • PMP certification is highly desirable • Proficiency in MS Project The Perks We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy generous paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment. HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Strategic HR Business Partner
POSITION SUMMARY At HSO, exceptional business performance starts with exceptional people. As a Strategic HR Business Partner, you will partner with Service Line Leaders to build high-performing teams, strengthen leadership capability and develop an organization positioned for sustainable growth. This is not a traditional HR Business Partner role. You will serve as a trusted advisor, translating business priorities into people and organizational strategies that improve performance, strengthen workforce capability and enable growth. As part of a lean, collaborative People team, you'll balance strategic advisory work with hands-on execution. Whether facilitating a talent review, partnering with Resource Management to improve utilization, coaching a manager through a complex employee issue or implementing a new people initiative, you'll help solve the business's most important people challenges. We're looking for someone who is commercially minded, curious and energized by building, improving and making a measurable impact. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Business Partnership Serve as the trusted advisor to Service Line Leaders on leadership, talent and organizational performance. Develop a deep understanding of business strategy, financial goals and workforce needs to align people priorities with business objectives. Provide practical counsel, constructive challenge and data-driven insights that improve business decisions. Identify talent, leadership and organizational risks early and partner with leaders to develop effective solutions. Support organizational growth, restructuring and change initiatives while maintaining engagement and business continuity. Leadership & Talent Coach leaders to build high-performing teams through effective performance management, feedback, development and accountability. Lead performance management governance across assigned business units, ensuring consistent application of performance ratings, compensation decisions, and promotion practices. Evaluate and challenge pay and promotion recommendations to ensure strong business justification, alignment with compensation philosophy and salary structures, and equitable outcomes. Partner with and coach leaders on effectively communicating performance and career-related decisions to employees. Lead talent reviews, succession planning, promotion discussions and talent calibration sessions. Partner with Talent Acquisition on workforce needs and hiring priorities. Identify and accelerate high-potential talent through coaching, mentoring, stretch assignments and internal mobility. Support quarterly people review processes by delivering workforce analytics and talent insights to Senior Vice President, HR, including performance distributions, promotion readiness, succession pipeline strength, critical talent identification (top 5/bottom 5), and development planning recommendations across the organization and service lines. Drive career development and internal mobility initiatives by helping employees establish long-term career goals, providing clarity on advancement opportunities, and partnering with leaders to align development plans with organizational talent needs and succession priorities. Partner on annual performance, compensation and reward processes to ensure equitable, market-informed outcomes. Business Performance & Workforce Planning Partner with Service Line Leaders and Resource Management to optimize consultant deployment, utilization and workforce capacity. Monitor utilization, leverage and bench trends, recommending actions that improve productivity and profitability. Help maintain a balanced talent pyramid by aligning hiring, promotions, development and succession with business strategy. Support workforce planning, organizational design and role clarity to ensure the right capabilities are in place for future growth. Use workforce analytics and business insights to identify trends, anticipate talent risks and improve organizational performance. Employee Experience & HR Delivery Champion an exceptional employee experience across the employee lifecycle. Partner closely with Service Line Leaders to analyze Culture Amp survey results, identify key opportunities for improvement, and develop, implement, and monitor action plans that enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. Coach leaders through employee relations matters, performance improvement plans and employment decisions with sound judgment and balanced business perspective. Partner with HR leadership and Legal, as appropriate, on workplace investigations and employment risk. Partner across the People team to deliver performance, development, onboarding, compensation and engagement initiatives. Analyze employee feedback, stay interview insights, and exit trends to identify retention risks, improve the employee experience, and develop targeted action plans that strengthen engagement and reduce regrettable attrition. Ensure consistent application of people policies, employment practices and regulatory compliance while balancing business needs. Building the Function Help build a modern, scalable People function that enables business growth. Continuously improve people programs, processes and tools by simplifying work and leveraging technology, AI and workforce data. Share ideas, challenge the status quo and contribute wherever needed—we value ownership, collaboration and a builder's mindset. WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TEAM 7+ years of progressive HR Business Partner or strategic people consulting experience, ideally within professional services, consulting, technology or another knowledge-based environment. Strong business acumen and the ability to connect people strategies to business outcomes. Experience in workforce planning, organizational design, leadership development, talent management and employee relations. Confidence coaching and influencing leaders through growth, change and complex business challenges. Ability to interpret workforce data and translate insights into action. Exceptional relationship-building, communication and influencing skills. A collaborative, low-ego approach with the flexibility to balance strategic thinking and hands-on execution. WHY YOU'LL SUCCEED You understand that great People partners create business value. You build credibility by understanding the business, asking thoughtful questions and helping leaders solve meaningful challenges. You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where priorities evolve, collaboration matters and everyone contributes. You're equally comfortable shaping strategy, rolling up your sleeves and driving execution. Most importantly, you believe exceptional business performance begins with exceptional people
Business Development Director
Position HSO in prospecting, qualifying, consultative selling and closing new business Possess a deep understanding of Microsoft technologies, especially those relevant to the Professional Services sector Develop and manage all phases of the sales cycle including prospecting, qualifying, consultative selling and closing new business Lead introductory meetings with prospects with a consultative sales approach to solve Professional Services client problems and position the value of HSO Develop strategic accounts and execute sales strategies with defined sales plays Utilize a consultative sales approach to solve client problems and position the value of HSO Work proactively and independently as a hunter, developing relationships, driving new business by demonstrating how HSO will meet our clients' business needs Collaborate with delivery and pre-sales teams to ensure proposed solutions align with Professional Services client requirements Working with Marketing and Business Development personnel to help develop lead generation campaigns along with target marketing to specific verticals Utilize your previous Microsoft experience to respond to RFPs and close business You’re great at… Develop and execute measurable sales activities focusing on Microsoft-centric solutions and services Collaborate with the sales team, management, and technical experts to identify target markets Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective Professional Services clients to understand their business challenges, goals, and objectives, and align HSO offerings to meet their needs Identify new business opportunities and proactively generate leads through networking, industry events, referrals, and digital marketing initiatives Develop and nurture a robust pipeline of prospects to achieve and exceed sales targets Leverage your sales knowledge and existing Microsoft ecosystem network to position HSO solutions effectively Manage the end-to-end sales process, including lead qualification, solution scoping, negotiation, and contract close Stay updated on the latest trends, advancements, and competitive landscape as it pertains to Professional Services within the Microsoft ecosystem Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have… Degree in Business, Computer Science, Finance or a related discipline or equivalent education 4+ years of experience in selling Microsoft Business Applications and/or Cloud or related services Prior consulting, business analyst, implementation, or product support experience required, specifically relating to Microsoft Business Solutions Prior sales experience selling Enterprise Solutions, preferably Microsoft Strong and established Professional Services client base within the space Proven ability to navigate difficult conversations and drive effective solutions to business problems with knowledge of pricing tactics and strategies Proven experience in closing business for business applications/technology sales as an Account Executive or Sales Representative in the Professional Services sector Ability to thrive in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment and to work with a team Ability to travel 30% or more The Perks We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy generous paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment. Check out the reasons why people love to work for us or browse more opportunities on our careers page! HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Microsoft D365 F&O PMA Functional Solution Architect
As a D365 F&O PMA Functional Solution Architect you can expect to… Serve as the lead Functional Solution Architect (Sr. FSA) on complex, enterprise-scale D365 F&O implementations, owning overall functional architecture across multiple modules and workstreams but specifically with the PMA (Project Management & Accounting) module Act as a trusted advisor to client executives, translating business strategy into scalable, compliant, and future-ready D365 F&O solutions Own and validate end-to-end functional solution design, ensuring alignment across finance, operations, integrations, data, security, and reporting Lead and contribute to enterprise-level project estimation, including scope definition, delivery approach, resourcing strategy, risk identification, and commercial assumptions Perform the Solution Advisory / Lead Architect role during the analysis and envisioning phases of D365 F&O programs Direct and oversee Business Process Analysis (BPA), Solution Blueprint creation, and Fit/Gap analysis, ensuring recommendations align to industry best practices and Microsoft standards Serve as the functional design authority throughout design, build, test, and deployment phases, guiding teams through complex decision-making and trade-offs Establish and govern testing strategy and issue resolution processes, particularly across functional architecture, integrations, and cross-module dependencies Review, validate, and formally sign off on functional specifications, test scripts, data migration strategies, and deployment plans Ensure training and knowledge transfer strategies are comprehensive and position clients for long-term success, adoption, and self-sufficiency Act as the senior escalation point for functional and solution-related issues during and after go-live, including hypercare and stabilization Contribute to the evolution of HSO’s implementation methodology, standards, and accelerators as business paradigms and Microsoft capabilities evolve Share best practices, lessons learned, and architectural guidance across projects and delivery teams Mentor and guide FSAs, Senior Consultants, and Functional Consultants, raising overall delivery quality and consistency Travel as client and business needs dictate (typically up to ~30%) You’re great at… Mentoring junior technical resources both on-shore and off-shore Articulating architectural options, trade-offs, and risks between different solution approaches Providing senior leadership presence in consulting engagements and client relationships Influencing without authority and driving alignment across large, matrixed organizations Leading and collaborating with cross-functional and virtual teams Balancing strategic thinking with executional rigor Prioritizing effectively and communicating commitments clearly Solving complex business and technical problems with pragmatic, scalable solutions Coaching, mentoring, and developing junior architects and consultants Learning new concepts, industries, and technologies quickly and thoroughly Promoting the mission and Shared Values of our company Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have… Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field CPA strongly preferred but not required at this time 8+ years of combined experience delivering Microsoft D365 F&O / AX solutions, including architecting complex, enterprise-wide systems 3+ full cycle implementations of the PMA module within Dynamics 365 F&O Proven experience leading multi-phase, multi-country, enterprise-scale implementations Deep experience across assessment, analysis, business case development, solution envisioning, planning, deployment, and benefits realization Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable business value at the executive level A strong track record of serving as the trusted voice at the decision-making table Deep understanding of business operations, financial processes, and industry drivers, preferably within Financial Services, Public Sector, Media, or Life Sciences Working knowledge of relevant ISV solutions, integrations, and ecosystem tools Ability to move fluidly between executive-level architectural discussions and hands-on delivery leadership when required Microsoft D365 F&O Financials certifications preferred Familiarity and/or experience with D365 F&O Workflow Flexibility to travel as client and business needs require The Perks We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy generous paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment.
Microsoft D365 F&O Finance Functional Solution Architect
As a D365 F&O Functional Solution Architect you can expect to… Serve as the lead Functional Solution Architect (Sr. FSA) on complex, enterprise-scale D365 F&O implementations, owning overall functional architecture across multiple modules and workstreams Act as a trusted advisor to client executives, translating business strategy into scalable, compliant, and future-ready D365 F&O solutions Own and validate end-to-end functional solution design, ensuring alignment across finance, operations, integrations, data, security, and reporting Lead and contribute to enterprise-level project estimation, including scope definition, delivery approach, resourcing strategy, risk identification, and commercial assumptions Perform the Solution Advisory / Lead Architect role during the analysis and envisioning phases of D365 F&O programs Direct and oversee Business Process Analysis (BPA), Solution Blueprint creation, and Fit/Gap analysis, ensuring recommendations align to industry best practices and Microsoft standards Serve as the functional design authority throughout design, build, test, and deployment phases, guiding teams through complex decision-making and trade-offs Establish and govern testing strategy and issue resolution processes, particularly across functional architecture, integrations, and cross-module dependencies Review, validate, and formally sign off on functional specifications, test scripts, data migration strategies, and deployment plans Ensure training and knowledge transfer strategies are comprehensive and position clients for long-term success, adoption, and self-sufficiency Act as the senior escalation point for functional and solution-related issues during and after go-live, including hypercare and stabilization Contribute to the evolution of HSO’s implementation methodology, standards, and accelerators as business paradigms and Microsoft capabilities evolve Share best practices, lessons learned, and architectural guidance across projects and delivery teams Mentor and guide FSAs, Senior Consultants, and Functional Consultants, raising overall delivery quality and consistency Travel as client and business needs dictate (typically up to ~30%) You’re great at… Mentoring junior technical resources both on-shore and off-shore Articulating architectural options, trade-offs, and risks between different solution approaches Providing senior leadership presence in consulting engagements and client relationships Influencing without authority and driving alignment across large, matrixed organizations Leading and collaborating with cross-functional and virtual teams Balancing strategic thinking with executional rigor Prioritizing effectively and communicating commitments clearly Solving complex business and technical problems with pragmatic, scalable solutions Coaching, mentoring, and developing junior architects and consultants Learning new concepts, industries, and technologies quickly and thoroughly Promoting the mission and Shared Values of our company Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have… Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field; CPA strongly preferred 8+ years of combined experience delivering Microsoft D365 F&O / AX solutions, including architecting complex, enterprise-wide systems Proven experience leading multi-phase, multi-country, enterprise-scale implementations Deep experience across assessment, analysis, business case development, solution envisioning, planning, deployment, and benefits realization Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable business value at the executive level A strong track record of serving as the trusted voice at the decision-making table Deep understanding of business operations, financial processes, and industry drivers, preferably within Financial Services, Public Sector, Media, or Life Sciences Working knowledge of relevant ISV solutions, integrations, and ecosystem tools Ability to move fluidly between executive-level architectural discussions and hands-on delivery leadership when required Microsoft D365 F&O Financials certifications preferred Familiarity and/or experience with D365 F&O Workflow Flexibility to travel as client and business needs require The Perks We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy generous paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment.