What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Systems Consultant position at Cognizant?
By applying AI and data science, we help leading companies to prototype, refine, validate, and scale their AI and analytics products and delivery models. Cognizant’s AIA practice takes insights that are buried in data and provides businesses a clear way to transform how they source, interpret and consume their information. Our clients need flexible data structures and a streamlined data architecture that quickly turns data resources into informative, meaningful intelligence.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement GenAI solutions for financial forecasting, risk analysis, and compliance reporting
- Automate repetitive finance tasks using AI-powered tools (e.g., Power Automate, AI bots)
- Lead implementation of delivery of AI-enabled finance transformation projects
- Manage scope, timelines, and budgets for multi-phase initiatives across enterprise finance domains
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams for resource planning and stakeholder alignment
- Develop AI-driven dashboards for real-time financial insights and predictive analytics
- Ensure data integrity and compliance with SOX and internal audit standards
- Identify opportunities for GenAI adoption in finance operations and reporting
- Collaborate with business leaders to define AI strategy and roadmap
- Proficiency in Power BI, Power Automate, and financial systems (Hyperion, TM1).
Applications will be accepted until 7 Jan 2025.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The hourly salary for this position is between $[95,500 - 109,000] depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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
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.
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.