IFS Functional Consultant (Finance)

Cooper Software; Dalgety Bay; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holidays increasing with long

Life assurance

Enhanced pension contribution

Cycle to Work scheme

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Cooper Software is seeking an IFS Finance Consultant to implement, configure, and support IFS Finance modules, analyse business requirements, and optimise financial processes for clients. You will work with a diverse team to deliver efficient, scalable, client-focused solutions.

Ideal candidates will bring strong IFS experience, accounting knowledge, stakeholder management, and a background in ERP projects. Collaboration and mentoring are key aspects of the role within a growing IFS-focused team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with IFS Applications or IFS Cloud Finance modules.
• Strong understanding of accounting and financial operations.
• Experience in ERP implementation projects and stakeholder management.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; professional certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver functional consultancy across all stages of IFS projects, from envisioning to post-go-live support.
• Configure and support IFS Finance modules to meet client requirements.
• Create functional specs, test scripts, and end-user training materials.
• Support data preparation, testing, and deployment with customers.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to knowledge sharing.
• Maintain ISO 9001 compliant documentation and follow delivery methodologies.

Skills

IFS Finance

ERP implementation

Accounting knowledge

Stakeholder management

SQL

Reporting tools

Bachelor degree

ACCA/CIMA/CPA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business

Tools

SQL

Reporting tools

Job description

Cooper Software, founded in the UK in 2005, is a trusted IFS Partner with over 20 years of experience helping customers maximise the value of their IFS investment. Today, the company is an IFS Specialised Channel Partner and IFS Premier ISV Partner, supporting organisations end to end from ERP project evaluation and implementation through to post go live support, hosting & managed services, continuous improvement programmes. The company also offers a growing portfolio of complementary products, purpose built for IFS customers.

Our work spans a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, energy and utilities, construction and engineering, food and beverage, and service industries.

Job Summary

We are seeking an IFS Finance Consultant to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing, configuring, and supporting IFS Finance modules, gathering and analysing business requirements, delivering system enhancements, and providing functional expertise to optimise financial processes for our clients.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with IFS Applications/IFS Cloud Finance modules, a solid understanding of accounting and financial operations, and proven experience in ERP implementation projects. A background in finance, accounting, or business systems, along with excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, is highly desirable, with a strong focus on delivering efficient, scalable, and client-focused solutions. You will work collaboratively with a diverse team to deliver high-quality results for our clients.

What You Will Do

• Deliver functional consultancy across all stages of IFS implementation and improvement projects, from envisioning and design to training and post-go-live support.
• Configure, implement, and support IFS Finance modules in line with business and client requirements.
• Create and deliver finance-oriented solution outlines, functional specifications, test scripts, training materials, and end-user documentation.
• Support customers during system configuration, data preparation, acceptance testing, and deployment, ensuring smooth adoption across production and planning teams.
• Contribute to Cooper Software's finance product and solution portfolio, ensuring our offerings reflect industry best practices and evolving customer needs.
• Mentor junior consultants in finance processes and IFS functionality, sharing knowledge and supporting their professional development.
• Maintain clear, comprehensive documentation in line with ISO 9001 standards and internal quality processes.
• Follow and promote our established delivery methodology to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes across all finance engagements.

What You Will Bring

• Proven experience working with IFS Applications or IFS Cloud, particularly within Finance modules.
• Strong understanding of finance and accounting processes, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
• Experience participating in ERP implementation, configuration, migration, or support projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to gather business requirements and translate them into effective system solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Experience with SQL, reporting tools, or data analysis would be advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
• Relevant professional certifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or IFS certifications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a client-focused environment.

Why Join Cooper Software?

At Cooper Software, you will work alongside a collaborative and knowledgeable team, helping leading organisations optimise their IFS systems. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact.

We offer the following benefits:

• Enhanced holidays increasing with length of service and an additional day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Life assurance
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Additional employee benefits including Cycle to Work scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Equality and Diversity

Cooper Software values the diverse skills and experience of its employees and is committed to achieving equality of treatment for all. Its objective is that all individuals shall have equal opportunities for employment and advancement based on their skills, aptitudes, and abilities. The Company is committed to the engagement and retention of the best possible talent and to creating an environment that encourages excellence through good equalities and diversity leadership and management.