Senior Accountant - Manager

An opportunity has arisen for a qualified accountant to join the UK division of our UK&I Finance Team. The successful candidate will be part of a team responsible for delivering the financials for our main UK trading operation which has revenues in excess of $10 billion.

As our parent company Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation is listed on Nasdaq we are responsible for maintaining both US GAAP and local GAAP financials, as well as ensuring that we comply with Sarbanes Oxley requirements.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Supporting in delivering finance responsibilities which include completing the month end close procedures in line with the current timetable.
• Complete monthly, QTD and YTD financial analysis of the UK & Ireland operations financial results, providing explanations for key variances and preparing commentary for submission to both the European VP of Finance and Group Controllership (based in the US).
• Support in preparing specific schedules in the monthly management accounts for CWW.
• Preparing month end journal entries in respect of payroll accounting, subcontractor accruals and professional services accruals amongst other areas.
• Reviewing the monthly profit and loss account and balance sheet to identify and understand significant variance.
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly financial information for review with the Regional Finance Director, as well as supporting on any adhoc analysis requests.
• Supporting on any mergers and acquisition activity within the division, including working directly with the acquired finance teams to deliver timely, accurate information on the financial position and performance of the operation as well as liaising with the M&A project teams.
• Preparation of statutory financial information including tax packs and related inputs used by the tax team in calculating corporation tax.
• Responding to queries raised by the business in respect of the financial results.
• Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations in line with the current close calendar and investigate any discrepancies.
• Owning various SOX controls including payroll related controls, and liaising with both external and internal auditors to ensure that SOX and other compliance obligations are met.
• Completing VAT returns on a quarterly basis, ready for review with the VAT team.
• Responsible for managing property related month end accounting entries for the main UK operation, including lease accounting under both US GAAP and local GAAP, and meeting with key stakeholders to ensure figures are reported accurately.
• Support the team on process improvement projects that are being undertaken.

Pre-requisites for the Role:

• Qualified ACA / CIMA / ACCA candidate or equivalent.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• PeopleSoft and Hyperion experience advantageous.

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.

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. 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-calibre 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 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.

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, colour, 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.

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