Financial Accountant

Summary of Role:

The accountant will be responsible for finance/accounting activities within Cognizant (Switzerland/Austria) and assisting with activities on a European level as needed. This person will also be involved in the local filing requirements, the audits, other (finance) projects and work closely with the finance colleagues in the shared service teams that are located in Hungary and India.

Major Result areas (tasks & responsibilities):

• Preparation of accounting entries and assistance/review of standard accounting tasks
• Prepare/review prepayments and accrued expenses schedules
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
• Prepare/review monthly Balance sheet reconciliations
• Be involved in the coordination and review of the Local GAAP adjustments
• Liaise with internal, External & Tax auditors
• Timely and accurate preparation of VAT returns
• Work closely with the Accounts Payable and T&E processing teams
• Prepare monthly variance analysis on the fluctuations of the P&L and BS
• Assist in preparation of the monthly management pack
• Be a finance business partner for the organization
• Advice with Analyzing and improving the financial processes within the organization
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
• Perform ad-hoc administrative and other assignments in accordance with controller’s direction.

Required Skills (competencies):

• Good communication skills
• Team player
• Good organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload
• Ability to meet constant deadlines
• Proactive approach to work to constantly improve internal processes
• A “can do” attitude
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Functional Prerequisites:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4-10 years relevant experience in a similar position (preferably a multinational environment)
• Language skills: Fluent written and spoken English and German are a must
• Computer literate, especially MS Excel and PeopleSoft / Hyperion are preferable
• Knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Practices/Principles (both US & Local GAAP)

About Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ-100: CTSH) is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @Cognizant.