End to End Project Support Associate

About Cognizant Corporate
Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth. At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose, always guided by our core values.

About the Role

As a Project Cost & Budget Management Specialist – EBS Project Collaboration, you will drive impactful contributions and focus on outcomes. You will be a key member of the project finance and business systems team, collaborating with project managers, finance partners, and cross-functional stakeholders. You will have the autonomy to lead, innovate, and improve financial management workflows while upholding our commitment to quality and continuous learning.

In this role, you will:

• Manage end-to-end project cost tracking activities within enterprise business systems to ensure accurate expense allocation and clear visibility into financial performance across initiatives.
• Oversee budget planning and forecasting activities for multiple concurrent projects, validating estimates and aligning projected spend with approved funding thresholds.
• Provide detailed variance analysis comparing actual costs, forecasts, and budgets to identify trends, highlight risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with project managers and finance stakeholders to establish and maintain accurate cost baselines and budget structures.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and performance summaries that support informed decision-making by project and senior leadership teams.

What You Must Have to Be Considered

• Strong experience in project cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis within enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience with Enterprise Business Systems (EBS) and project collaboration tools supporting cost and budget management.
• Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet analysis, financial modeling, and enterprise reporting solutions.
• Solid understanding of project management principles, including scope, schedule, budgeting, change control, and resource planning.
• Experience performing variance analysis, financial governance reviews, and compliance monitoring.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to explain complex financial information to technical and non-technical audiences.
• High attention to detail with the ability to validate financial data, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate project records.
• Ability to work effectively in large, multinational organizations with complex approval and governance structures.

These Will Help You Succeed

• Experience supporting technology-enabled business transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of financial reporting automation and dashboard development.
• Experience driving process improvement initiatives and workflow optimization.
• Familiarity with portfolio management and project investment governance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Work Model – Hybrid

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 attendance in a client or Cognizant office as determined by business needs. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

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.

Work Authorization

Must be legally authorized to work in the country without the need for employer sponsorship, now or any time in the future

À propos de Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) est un AI Builder et une entreprise de services numériques (ESN) élaborant des solutions complètes d’IA maximisant les investissements pour des résultats concrets. Sa profonde expertise des métiers, des processus et des technologies lui permet d’intégrer dans les systèmes technologiques le contexte unique de chaque organisation de l’ingénierie à la production à l’échelle. Son objectif: améliorer l’efficacité des équipes, créer de la valeur et permettre aux grandes entreprises de rester performantes dans un monde qui évolue rapidement. Pour en savoir plus: cognizant.ai ou @cognizant. 

À savoir avant de postuler

• Autorisation de travail: Cognizant ne prendra en considération que les candidats à ce poste qui sont légalement autorisés à travailler au Canada sans avoir besoin d'un parrainage de l'employeur, aujourd'hui ou à l'avenir.
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