Finance Accountant – Swiss/US GAAP, Multinational

Talkpush; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking a Financial Accountant in Barcelona to deliver accurate financial accounting, reporting and statutory compliance support. You will collaborate with the DACH Associate Director, shared services, auditors and Swiss authorities across Europe.

The role focuses on close processes, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities to improve financial processes as a business partner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• 4–10 years of relevant experience in financial accounting, preferably multinational.
• Hands-on experience with Swiss statutory reporting, audit, tax and VAT requirements.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and Swiss GAAP.
• Fluent English and German (written and spoken).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and review of accounting entries, prepayments, accrued expenses and other standard accounting activities.
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis and management reporting.
• Liaise with internal/external auditors, tax advisers and Swiss stakeholders.
• Support Local GAAP adjustments and maintain compliance with US GAAP and Swiss GAAP.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent German

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

PeopleSoft

Hyperion

Job description

Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking a Financial Accountant in Barcelona to deliver accurate financial accounting, reporting and statutory compliance support. You will collaborate with the DACH Associate Director, shared services, auditors and Swiss authorities across Europe.

The role focuses on close processes, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities to improve financial processes as a business partner.