Payroll/Accounts Payable Manager

About Cognizant Corporate Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth. At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose u2013 always guided by our core values. Join us in shaping future of business. Could you be the one to make a difference? A Payroll/Accounts Payable Manager job in Cincinnati, OH is currently available. This job is a full-time direct position with benefits. To be considered for this role, you will need a bacheloru2019s degree and five+ years of experience. You will be managing the processing of weekly and bi-weekly payroll for direct and contract employees, both on an in-house system (JDE) and ADP, and the processing of vendor invoices and employee expense reports. Also, you will provide support and customer service for employees and leaders within the company as well as outside of the company. Payroll/Accounts Payable Manager job duties: u2022 Manage weekly and bi-weekly payroll for direct and contract employees for both US and Canadian subsidiary. u2022 Manage weekly vendor invoice and employee expense report payment processing. u2022 Stay abreast of payroll tax changes and work with HR and IT teams to implement system and process changes needed. u2022 Manage and oversee payroll tax filing process outsourced to third party provider, Dayforce. u2022 Manage annual reporting requirements for employees and vendors. u2022 Provide support and customer service to employees in addressing questions regarding payroll, expense reimbursement and vendor payment processes. u2022 Collaborate with supporting functions and implement process improvements and/or efficiencies to existing procedures and processes. Other key characteristics: u2022 Must be able to maintain confidentiality. u2022 Must meet specific time sensitive timeframes. u2022 Must be process improvement driven. u2022 Must be able to interpret and apply governmental regulations. Qualifications: u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in accounting or similar degree or equivalent experience. u2022 Five+ years of experience, including supervisory experience. u2022 JDEdwards or other Oracle ERP systems; Interfacing with ADP payroll processing systems and Dayforce payroll tax processing systems. u2022 Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. u2022 Due to the nature of our work US Citizenship or Permanent Residence is required. Desired experiences and skills include: u2022 Experience with time tracking systems such as Deltek, SmartSearch and Fieldglass a plus. Work model At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this roleu2019s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring attendance at our Cognizant office in Cincinnati, OH. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project youu2019re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-02-23