Process Executive - Accounts Payable

Role Overview Cognizant is hiring a Process Executive for its Accounts Payable function based out of Chennai. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh commerce graduates looking to kick-start their career in finance and accounting operations within a global IT services organisation. You will be part of a dynamic team handling end-to-end accounts payable processes in a structured work-from-office environment. Key Responsibilities - Process and verify vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner - Maintain and update accounts payable records and ledgers - Coordinate with internal teams and vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies - Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company financial policies - Prepare and assist in generating periodic accounts payable reports - Support month-end and year-end financial closing activities Required Qualifications - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Commerce such as B.Com, BBA, M.Com, or MBA (any commerce graduate) - Freshers are eligible and encouraged to apply - Good understanding of core accounting principles and accounts payable processes - Proficiency in MS Office applications including Excel and Word - Strong verbal and written communication skills in English - Willingness to work the Europe shift (11:30 AM to 9:30 PM IST) Why Join Us Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, offering a collaborative work culture and strong career growth pathways for fresh talent. Joining this team gives you the opportunity to build a solid foundation in finance operations while working with global clients and industry-best processes.

- B.Com, BBA, M.Com, or MBA (commerce graduate) - Fresher with good knowledge of accounting - Proficiency in MS Office - Strong communication skills in English - Willingness to work Europe shift (11:30 AM - 9:30 PM) - Ability to work from office in Chennai

- Opportunity to work with a globally recognised IT services leader - Structured on-the-job training and learning support - Career growth opportunities within Cognizant - Exposure to international accounting processes and global clients