Play a central role in IFS-related projects
Challenge legacy ways of working and unlock standard IFS capabilities
Design scalable solutions that reduce complexity, cost, and external dependency
Own continuous small improvement initiatives
Support critical business cycles (e.g. month-end close) with confidence via Jira helpdesk ticketing system and Kanban board
Enable data migration, testing strategy (SIT/UAT), and go-live readiness
Build internal IFS Finance expertise through regular knowledge transfer
Adhere to Evotec’s company values and Compliance rules – includes SOX, Quality, IT security and Works Council.
Ensure compliant, high-quality documentation (process blueprints, functional designs, and user documentation) to support scalable and maintainable IFS solutions.
Working with colleagues on a global scale across various regions, including the UK, Germany, France, Italy & the US.

Professional finance qualification (AAT/ACCA/CIMA) or BSc/MSc degree on Finance/Accounting area or strong financial background.
Strong hands-on experience with IFS Finance (IFS10 / IFS Cloud).
Knowledge of IFS Project Management module is highly advantageous.
Deep understanding of finance transformation and ERP best practices.
Proven ability to translate business strategy into system design.
Confidence to challenge requirements and drive standardization.
Strong analytical and solution-design mindset.
Comfort working across IT, Finance, and external partners.
Basic IFS technical knowledge, including PL/SQL and experience with Custom Configurations (Custom Fields, Menus, Logical Units, ACP, Events, and Lobbies).
A strong IT mindset and software development background would be highly beneficial.

Pension on completion of (but not subject to) your 3-month probationary period. Contributions 6% for employees (salary sacrifice) and 6% for the employer. The employee can opt to increase their contribution, and the employer will match the increase up to a maximum of 7.5%.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional length of service days awarded on the anniversary, up to a maximum of 30 days.
Private health insurance with BUPA for the employees and their partner/family under the company scheme.
Private dental cover, after 3 months of service.
Life assurance at four times your annual base salary.
Wellbeing support 24/7 and counselling services.
Permanent health insurance provides 75% of the base salary after the qualifying period.
Eligibility to participate in the Company Bonus Scheme. This is a discretionary benefit.
Excellent training and support and continuing professional development opportunities.
Cycle-to-work scheme.
Refer a friend scheme, team and annual events, recognition awards and many more!

Senior IFS Finance Expert

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