Key Responsibilities:

• Provides support in identifying and assessing IT risks that may affect financial reporting related to new systems or modifications to existing systems.

• Assist in making recommendations to management on the design and implementation of ITGCs and automated controls to meet SOX requirements.
• Facilitate discussions with management and various stakeholders regarding audit findings, identified risks, and recommended actions.
• Prepares and updates internal control and process documentation for the Company’s business processes and IT applications.
• Support management with SOC report reviews.
• Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the SOX application including processing of key control changes and user access provisioning.
• Assists in making updates to the control deficiencies and management actions plans maintained in the SOX application.
• Assists in the preparation of training materials that are used to provide periodic SOX training to senior management and the business process owners.
• Prepares the supporting schedules and materials for the various SOX activities managed by the Global Controllership team.
• Assists and participates in other internal control initiatives, as required.

Experience / Education Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a mix of public accounting, internal audit or internal control functions. Preferred IT heavy experience with some process side exposure.
• This position requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Accounting, Business, or Finance.
• Experience with financial and IT general controls in a complex, public company environment.

• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate compliance concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Experience with COSO framework (and COBIT framework a plus)
• Understanding of accounting principles & practices in accordance with US GAAP
• Experience with global company operations is preferred.
• Professional certification (CPA/Charted Accountant, CISA) and/or advanced business degree is preferred.

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.

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 2025) 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.

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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.

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