IFS

Information Technology And Services

FP&AAnalyst-GlobalControlling

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“FP&A Analyst - Global Controlling at IFS. Skills: FP&A, cost control, variance analysis, financial reporting, forecasting, business partnering. Own detailed cost tracking and analysis. Monitor cost trends and drivers across Consulting and Success, highlighting risks, savings opportunities, and structural issues”

What You'll Achieve.

enabling effective decision‑making; cost discipline

Industry & Context.

Information Technology And Services
Problems you'll solve

analytical skills; ability to explain complex results clearly and concisely

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field, 2–4 years of experience in FP &A, Management Accounting, or Financial Analysis, understanding of cost accounting and variance analysis, Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, financial modeling), Experience working with large data sets and financial systems, analytical skills with the ability to explain complex results clearly and concisely, Excellent attention to detail and ownership mindset

Nice to Have

Consulting, IT services, or professional services experience is a advantage

What You'll Do.

Own detailed cost tracking and analysis

Monitor cost trends and drivers across Consulting and Success

savings opportunities

and structural issues

Support cost governance initiatives and productivity improvements in partnership with Finance leadership

Deliver full‑cycle variance analysis (Actual vs Budget / Forecast / Prior Year) on a monthly basis

Prepare clear variance explanations

bridging operational drivers to financial outcomes

Ensure data accuracy and consistency across reporting outputs

Support rolling forecasts and budget cycles

Maintain forecast models

incorporating headcount movements

Assist with scenario and sensitivity analyses to support leadership decisions

Act as a finance partner to Consulting and Success stakeholders

translating financial results into actionable insights

Provide guidance on cost implications of staffing

and organizational changes

Support ad‑hoc analysis requests from regional and global leadership

Produce recurring management reports and dashboards using Excel and Power BI

Work with Finance and Operations teams to improve reporting processes

and processes to support scalable finance operations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

business partnering with regional and functional stakeholders; partnership with Finance leadership; Act as a finance partner to Consulting and Success stakeholders; Work with Finance and Operations teams

Communication Scope

ability to explain complex results clearly and concisely

Full Job 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. We are seeking a highly analytical FP&A Analyst to support the Consulting and Success functions globally. This role will focus primaril

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