IFS Functional Consultant - Finance

My client, a leading manufacturing group, is seeking to hire an experienced IFS Functional Consultant (Finance) to support the implementation of IFS Cloud as part of our client’s digital transformation initiative. The consultant will play a key role in analyzing business requirements, designing finance solutions, and configuring the IFS Cloud Finance modules to align with best practices and regulatory standards. This role requires strong functional expertise across core finance processes and hands-on experience in IFS Cloud or recent IFS Applications versions (Apps 10 or 11), with the ability to work closely with finance stakeholders, technical teams, and project management. This will be a 12-month assignment outside IR35. Travel to sites overseas will be required on a regular basis. For further details, please apply using the link.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance workstream in the IFS Cloud implementation project, ensuring alignment with business goals and global finance standards.
• Conduct business process analysis to capture requirements across General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, and Cash & Bank Management.
• Design and configure IFS Cloud Finance modules, ensuring seamless integration with Procurement, Projects, HR, and Supply Chain processes.
• Support data migration and validation activities for financial master and transactional data.
• Develop and execute test scripts for functional and integration testing (SIT/UAT).
• Collaborate with technical consultants to deliver reporting, analytics, and integrations (e.g., external tax, payroll, or banking systems).
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to finance users and ensure documentation of configurations and processes.
• Participate in cutover planning, go-live support, and post-implementation stabilization.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process optimization and configuration improvements within IFS Cloud.

Required Skills & Experience

• ERP Finance functional consulting experience, with at least one IFS Cloud or IFS Apps 10/11 implementation.
• Strong functional knowledge across financial processes: General Ledger, AP, AR, FA, Cash & Bank, Budgeting, and Project Accounting.
• Understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP) and financial controls.
• Experience with IFS configuration tools, workflows, and Lobby design.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL (basic), and reporting tools such as IFS Reporting or Crystal Reports.

Desirable Qualifications

• IFS Academy certification in Finance or IFS Cloud.
• Professional finance certification (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA).
• Experience in large-scale cloud ERP transformation projects.
• Exposure to industries such as Manufacturing, Energy, Aerospace, or Construction.