The Cash Operations Analyst at IFS is primarily responsible for forecasting monitoring and reporting cashflows to ensure the company maintains liquidity while optimizing cash usage. This role focuses on developing and managing accurate cashflow forecasts performing variance analysis and providing actionable insights into cash positions. In addition to cashflow management the Cash Operations Analyst will carry out bookkeeping for both payments and receipts perform bank reconciliations handling the payments and investigate aged debtors and creditors and perform required reporting of cash related activities.
The role requires a high level of attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage accurate cashflow forecasts to track and predict future cash needs
- Provide variance analysis by comparing actual cash inflows and outflows against forecasted values identifying discrepancies and suggesting improvements.
- Regularly report on cashflow status to Treasury senior management highlighting any potential cash shortfalls or surpluses.
- Work with key stakeholders to refine cashflow forecasting assumptions ensuring that forecasts reflect operational changes and market conditions
- Analyze cash inflows and outflows to identify opportunities to improve cash management practices reduce delays and optimize working capital
- Investigate and resolve any internal or external cash related disputes
- Coordinate with relevant Finance and Operations teams regarding payment runs and ensure timeliness of payment in accordance with contractual requirements.
- Ensure that appropriate accounting entries are recorded for cash inflows and outflows in line with IFS policies and processes.
- Ensure all queries are actioned within given timelines
- Complete all activities in accordance with IFS standard operating procedures
- Carry out related month end activity and support in both internal and external audits
- Engage in process improvement opportunities and initiate relevant cost reduction practices to drive efficiency
- Perform bank reconciliation activities in line with audit requirements
- Assist and actively engage in system testing / upgrades / enhancements
- Ensure process documentation and all transactional activity is backed with supporting which is compliant
Qualifications :
University degree or equivalent professional qualifications in the accounting and finance field.
Shift
This role requires working from 12.30 PM to 9.30 PM (Sri Lankan Time)
Experience
Minimum of 3 years experience working in global environments.
Key Skills
- Strong background in cashflow forecasting financial analysis and variance reporting.
- Indepth understanding of accounts payable receivables and treasury activities.
- Proficiency in using ERP Excel Power BI
- High attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and completeness.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex cashflow analysis to senior stakeholders.
- Ability to identify and address discrepancies in cashflow and recommend corrective actions.
- Strong problemsolving skills particularly in cash management and working capital optimization.
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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime