Group FP&A Manager - Center of Excellence
- Full-time
- IFS Referral Bonus Code: SH
- Job Location: On site
Company Description
IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge.
At IFS, we’re flexible, we’re innovative, and we’re focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society’s greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.
We celebrate diversity and understand our responsibility to reflect the diverse world we work in. We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce that fully represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our customers, our partners, and our communities. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.
By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.
We’re looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference.
If you want to change the status quo, we’ll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.
Job Description
Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to join our fast-growing Group Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. This role is pivotal in driving financial insights, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring accurate and insightful reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong FP&A Reporting background while also excelling in the preparation of data packs and presentations.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate group revenue and costs against budget and forecast, identifying variances and collaborating with relevant teams for explanations
- Develop and maintain comprehensive data packs that present financial information in a clear and easy to understand way
- Create visually engaging presentations that "bring the numbers to life" for key stakeholders, translating complex financial data into actionable insights
- Identify improvements in reporting and work with process owners to ensure relevant data is captured
- Implement process enhancements and leverage technology to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Professional qualification in accounting (ACA, ACCA, CIMA etc)
- Proven experience (5 years) in financial planning and analysis
- Ability to summarise information succinctly & clearly
- Excellent MS Excel, Power BI & PowerPoint skills
- Highly analytical with a strategic mindset – ability to identify and understand trends
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in financial analysis and reporting
Additional Information
We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.