The Role We are seeking a highly motivated Financial Accountant to support the accounting, statutory compliance, and financial reporting activities for Cognizant's legal entities in France and Tunisia. Based in Budapest you will play a key role in supporting month-end close activities, statutory compliance requirements, financial reconciliations, and reporting processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to build expertise in international accounting within a integral organisation. Key Responsibilities * Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for French and Tunisian entities. * Prepare journal entries, prepayments, payroll accounting entries, and accrual schedules. * Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation. * Assist with variance analysis across profit and loss and balance sheet accounts. * Support French statutory accounting requirements and local compliance obligations. * Prepare and coordinate data required for French VAT filings.



* Maintain accounting records and support FEC (Fichier des Écritures Comptables) readiness. * Partner with Accounts Payable, operational finance teams, and shared service functions. * Assist with external audits, tax reviews, and statutory reporting requirements. * Contribute to process improvements and ad hoc finance projects. Essential Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. * 3-5 years of accounting experience within a multinational organisation or shared services environment. * Fluent in French * Experience supporting French legal entities. * Working knowledge of: o French GAAP / PCG (Plan Comptable Général) o VAT processes o Financial close activities * Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial analysis. * Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal. * Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Preferred * Experience w

📌 Financial Accountant (Cataluña)
🏢 Cognizant
📍 Cataluña