About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100:CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 194 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @Cognizant.
About the role
As the Head of Financial Controlling, the primary purpose is to provide strategic leadership and oversight for the entire Financial Controlling team. This role encompasses managing and guiding both Senior Financial Controllers and Junior Financial Controllers to ensure the effective execution of financial control processes, accurate reporting, and compliance with accounting standards.
As the Financial Controlling Team Leader, you will guide and lead the Financial Controlling team, setting goals that align with our organization's objectives. You'll create a supportive and high-performing team environment. You'll manage Senior and Junior Financial Controllers, ensuring they work well together and have opportunities to grow professionally.
You'll be responsible for making sure our month-end and year-end financial closing processes are done accurately and on time. You'll review financial statements and provide guidance to your team. You'll also ensure we follow IFRS standards, especially regarding IFRS 16, and offer your expertise to the team.
You'll lead various projects, focusing on implementing new compliance measures and integrating them smoothly into our existing processes. You'll be the go-to person for complex IFRS reporting questions, providing advice to your team and other stakeholders. Additionally, you'll help develop and maintain financial manuals, making sure they are current and meet industry standards.
Skills and experience
- Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in financial controlling roles, with a strong background in accounting, economics, finance, or a related field.
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS; expertise in IFRS 16 is highly advantageous.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and other relevant financial software.
- Proven leadership skills with a track record of effectively managing and developing a diverse team.
- Strategic mindset, results-driven, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
- Service-minded approach with a focus on collaboration and teamwork.
- 3+ years’ experience from FP&A or a consultancy background
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
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.
While our system allows application in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company-wide communications purposes.