About Cognizant
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, helping organizations modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world. With over 300,000 associates globally, Cognizant combines a passion for client satisfaction, technology innovation, deep industry and business process expertise, and a global, collaborative workforce that embodies the future of work. We are consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world and among the best companies to work for. Our culture is built on a foundation of transparency, inclusion, and collaboration — empowering our people to grow and thrive both professionally and personally. At Cognizant, you won't just be part of a company; you'll be part of a community that is shaping the future of industries across the globe.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Specialist with a strong background in end-to-end finance operations. In this role, you will help drive improvement and efficiency across Order to Cash and Purchase to Pay processes, with a focus on master data, automation, standardization, and harmonization. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and colleagues across locations to support high-quality finance operations.
Key responsibilities
Drive improvements in O2C and P2P processes
Support automation, standardization, and harmonization initiatives
Maintain and improve finance master data quality
Collaborate with business stakeholders and teams across locations
Contribute to efficient, accurate, and scalable finance operations
What we are looking for
Strong knowledge of Order to Cash and Purchase to Pay processes
Proactive, structured, and improvement-oriented
Able to work independently and collaboratively
Clear communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
Comfortable managing priorities, change, and deadlines
Professional in customer and supplier interactions
Fluent in Swedish and English; other Nordic languages are a plus
Willingness to travel when needed
Background and experience
We believe you bring a relevant academic background in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field, together with solid hands-on experience in end-to-end accounts receivable and accounts payable work. You are comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment and have a good understanding of how finance operations can be improved through accuracy, consistency, and efficient ways of working. Experience with larger ERP environments is important, and knowledge of systems such as Unit4 ERP or SAP is an advantage. We also value experience from larger organizations, shared service environments, or global delivery models. Most of all, we are looking for someone who combines practical finance knowledge with a thoughtful, reliable, and collaborative approach to the work.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
