Cognizant Hiring! Full Time Finance Manager (12 months Contract) in - Ricebowl

Job Description
This is a client-facing, onsite engagement where the successful candidate will be based full-time at the client's office and work closely with their Group Finance team. The role is responsible for Group financial reporting, consolidation, governance, and finance transformation activities, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of financial information to management, the Board, and other key stakeholders while maintaining compliance with reporting standards and audit requirements.
Responsibilities
Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation

Oversee/Prepare the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial reports for the Group

Review financial submissions from subsidiaries and business units to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with reporting requirements

Assess and review the overall reasonableness of subsidiaries’ forecasts and budget submissions, including analysis of key variances and trends
Board & Management Reporting

Prepare quarterly Board financial presentation materials and support reporting requirements to head office and key stakeholders

Liaise with business units and finance stakeholders to ensure timely submission of financial information and reporting deliverables
Audit, Compliance & Governance

Coordinate and support external audit processes, statutory reporting requirements and compliance matters across the Group

Ensure adherence to financial reporting standards, internal controls and governance requirements
Systems, Process Improvement & Projects

Support the implementation and enhancement of Group consolidation and reporting systems, including process improvements and standardization initiatives

Drive continuous improvements in financial reporting processes, controls and reporting efficiency

Support finance transformation initiatives and other strategic finance projects where required
Other Responsibilities

Perform any other ad hoc duties and assignments as assigned by management
Qualifications and Skills
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

Professional accounting qualification (e.g. CA, ACCA or equivalent) preferred
Experience

At least 6 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, preferably in a group reporting environment

Experience in group consolidation and handling multi-entity financial reporting preferred

Strong understanding of financial reporting standards, statutory requirements and regulatory compliance

Experience working with external auditors and managing audit processes would be advantageous
Key Skills & Competencies

Strong financial reporting and group consolidation expertise

Good analytical, problem-solving and financial interpretation skills

High level of attention to detail, accuracy and accountability

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight reporting timelines

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across different business units

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite

Familiarity with ERP and financial systems such as Anaplan and Accpac/Sage 300 would be an advantage
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