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 a Senior Record to Report Specialist to strengthen our finance operations team. In this role, you will drive quality, improvement, and consistency across key Record to Report processes while working closely with colleagues across locations and with stakeholders in the client environment. The role combines operational expertise with process development, with a strong focus on efficiency, standardization, and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities
Ensure high quality across selected Record to Report processes.
Investigate issues, identify root causes, and support resolution.
Drive process improvements through automation, standardization, and harmonization.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across locations.
Partner with stakeholders to improve ways of working and strengthen delivery.
What we are looking for
Strong accounting and reporting knowledge, including SE GAAP K3 or similar frameworks.
Solid understanding of end-to-end financial processes.
Ability to identify improvements and drive greater efficiency.
Structured, proactive, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
Strong communication skills and the ability to manage priorities effectively.
Fluent English, written and spoken.
Willingness to travel when needed.
Background and experience
You likely hold a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, and bring solid experience from end-to-end Record to Report processes. Experience working with large ERP environments is important, while experience from a shared service center, a large international organization, or systems such as Unit4/Agresso is an advantage. Basic Swedish is beneficial, and experience collaborating across global teams is valued.
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.
