About the role
As a Record to Report Accountant and Analyst you will make an impact by being responsible for the accounting / finance activities of the entities belonging to Cognizant’s interest in Eastern Europe. You will be a valued member of the Finance team and work collaboratively with local teams and internal / external stakeholders
In this role, you will:
· Support the local Finance Managers as per below
· Be responsible for activities related to monthly, quarterly closing and management reporting: prepare journals and BS reconciliations, review accrual calculations, analyze the bookings, provide comments for P&L and BS variance analysis
· Support local compliance: prepare and submit local statistical reports (to government, National Bank), support the preparation of the financial statement and CIT return, support the audits
· Have operational duties: investigate booking mismatches, initiate manual payments, working with different internal and external teams, service providers, etc
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2/3 days a week in our Cognizant office in Budapest. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on finance and business requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance or CPA qualification
At least 2 years work experience in accounting / financial environment (bookkeeping)
Experienced excel user (pivot tables, v-lookup, etc)
Good team player but able to work independently
Open to learn new things, can-do attitude
Committed to provide quality work and keep deadlines
Control mindset, attention to details
These will help you stand out
Knowledge of IFRS / US-GAAP accounting practices and principles
Experience working in a multinational / SSC environment
VAT, CIT, WHT (withholding tax) expertise
Experience with Oracle (People Soft) / Hyperion
Polish or Czech language skills
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
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.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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.
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.
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