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Finance Operations Specialist (AP/AR)

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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.


About Cognizant: 
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap 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, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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, state 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.

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