Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) Functional Architect

Role Overview

We are looking for a D365 Functional Architect to drive the functional design, configuration, and continuous optimization of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O), focusing specifically on Finance and Procurement domains. This role acts as a bridge to translate complex business requirements into highly scalable ERP configurations, practical process enhancements, and clear solution blueprints. The ideal candidate possesses deep functional knowledge of D365 F&O, structural expertise in fit-gap analyses, and a proven ability to lead user adoption, testing, and cross-functional alignment.

Key Information:

Location: Argentina (Remote or Hybrid).
Schedule: Full-time (Aligned with U.S. time zones).
Experience Level: 4 to 6 years of specialized ERP functional design and analysis experience.

Core Responsibilities

1. ERP Functional Design & Configuration

Module Optimization: Support and deliver functional designs, system configurations, and optimization paths across the Finance and Procurement modules of Dynamics 365 F&O.
Requirements & Mapping: Gather, analyze, and document comprehensive business requirements. Map current-state and future-state workflows to recommend scalable solution options.
Fit-Gap Engineering: Conduct detailed process discovery sessions, comprehensive fit-gap analysis, and formal solution blueprinting for upcoming enterprise enhancements.
Specifications Design: Translate operational needs into precise functional specifications, system configuration matrices, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

2. Governance, Data & Integration Architecture

System Integrations: Collaborate actively with integration teams to support clean, reliable, and secure interfaces between D365 and external connected enterprise networks.
Downstream Alignment: Partner with Data & Analytics teams to ensure that advanced corporate reporting, reconciliation rules, and downstream data dependencies are fully integrated into the architecture blueprint.
Platform Standards: Establish and protect operational standards regarding system configuration, data entities, extensions, change control procedures, and release management.

3. Testing Coordination, Quality & Change Enablement

UAT Execution: Define test scenarios, expected system behaviors, and strict acceptance criteria for new features. Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), defect tracking, and business readiness audits.
Knowledge Transfer: Author comprehensive technical documentation and training materials to facilitate knowledge transfer among super-users and business stakeholders.
Change Governance: Assess systemic change impacts and communicate technical or process modifications effectively across all affected departments. Maintain audit-ready documentation to support corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and system ownership.

Required Qualifications (Hard Skills)

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Professional Journey: 4 to 6 years of direct experience in ERP functional analysis, solution design, customization, or platform architecture.
D365 Mastery: Extensive hands-on experience configuring Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
Methodologies: Solid track record in business process mapping, discovery workshops, fit-gap analysis, and blueprinting.
Ecosystem Tools: Comprehensive understanding of Lifecycle Services (LCS), Azure DevOps, data entities, and extension governance principles.
Platform Balancing: Demonstrated ability to balance native out-of-the-box D365 features against targeted custom extensions to maximize long-term platform value.

Preferred Qualifications (Pluses)

Direct experience operating within heavily regulated, compliance-focused, or audit-sensitive environments.
Deep familiarity with D365 automated release planning, regression testing frameworks, and environment coordination.
Relevant Microsoft Dynamics Certifications are highly valued.
Prior history of mentoring junior analysts or supporting active super-user networks.

Key Skills Summary

ERP Core: Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Finance & Procurement Configuration, ERP Functional Analysis.
Design & Analysis: Functional Design, Business Process Mapping, Fit-Gap Analysis, Solution Blueprinting.
Testing & Release: User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Lifecycle Services (LCS), Azure DevOps, Data Entities, Release Management.
Governance: Extension Governance, Change Control, Documentation Standards, Compliance Management.
Leadership: Stakeholder Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Training & Change Enablement.

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) Functional Architect