D365 Principal Finance Business Consultant
Location: Home-based with travel to client site or Columbus offices as required
Overview
As a D365 Principal Finance Consultant, you will own complex D365 Finance projects, mentor teams, and guide solutions from concept to go-live. You will lead scoping sessions, influence design and architecture, and ensure delivery meets high standards. You will be a trusted advisor to clients to optimise finance operations and realise long-term value. You will also coach consultants internally, contribute to best practices, and help grow the business.
Responsibilities
* Take ownership of complex D365 Finance projects and guide solutions from concept to go-live
* Lead scoping sessions, influence design and architecture, and ensure delivery excellence
* Act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping optimise finance operations and realise long-term value
* Coach and mentor consultants, contribute to internal best practices, and support growth
* Collaborate across industries, work with skilled colleagues, and shape your career in areas such as thought leadership, solution design, or strategic consulting
* Support flexible travel and hybrid working arrangements, with onsite client engagements as required
About You (The Essentials)
* Experience implementing D365 Finance modules within a customer or partner environment
* Relevant finance and accounting qualifications
* Knowledge of working within Manufacturing, Retail, Warehousing and Life Science industries
* Ability to deliver complex ERP projects with a referenceable customer
* Ability to build and maintain relationships with C-Level stakeholders as a trusted advisor
* Experience leading and guiding a team and acting as a primary contact beyond a core area
* Full driver’s license and access to a vehicle
* Curious mindset, willing to challenge the status quo and improve
* Collaborates well with internal and external colleagues
* Committed to personal development and becoming a trusted advisor
What We Can Offer
* 25 Days Annual Leave (Increasing with Service)
* Columbus Benefits Hub – discounts on tickets, shopping, car leasing, holidays, food and more
* Enhanced Maternity Pay
* Access to Free Training Courses Delivered by Columbus Academy
* Free Microsoft Certifications and access to Microsoft Learn
* Modern office spaces or remote-friendly environments
* Free barista coffee and hot drinks
* Casual dress code in offices
* Personal Pension Plan
* Life Assurance x4 Salary
* Cycle-to-Work Scheme
* Referral bonuses
* Flexi-phone upgrade scheme (if eligible)
* Plus many more (check careers pages for details)
Next Steps
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit your CV via our website using the “Apply for this job” option. If your CV is not up to date, you can apply using your LinkedIn profile. You may be prompted to connect, but this will not impact your application. You can also explore Columbus on social platforms.
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