Product Owner

Product Owner We are seeking an experienced Product Owner with 10+ years of experience in Banking or Financial Services to join our team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in financial instruments (especially derivatives), accounting principles, and financial reporting, along with strong experience working in Agile environments. Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. In this role, you will: Analyze and interpret financial data including derivatives and its accounting processes. Understand US GAAP standards and relevant financial reporting frameworks and consult with business users in suggesting relevant adoption. Collaborate with stakeholders and capture business requirements. Translate business requirements into functional specs, user stories, and process flows. Conduct daily scrum ceremonies with all stakeholders. Coordinate with onsite and offshore teams and ensure smooth delivery. Work model: On Site Location: Washington - DC What you need to have to be considered: 10+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in Banking or Financial Services. Certifications like CFA, CPA, or CSPO is a plus. Strong understanding of Financial Instruments, especially derivatives (options, futures, swaps). Sound knowledge on Accounting Principles and Financial Reporting. Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies managing backlogs in Azure DevOps at an Epic, Feature, User Story and Task Level. Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and Data Analysis. Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional global teams. Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $85K – $99,500 K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan #J-18808-Ljbffr Cognizant