Freelance Cognos Expert – Pharmaceutical Industry (Protiviti)Location: Belgium (Remote Possible with Regular Travel)Start Date: ASAPContract: FreelanceLanguages: EnglishRole OverviewProtiviti is seeking an experienced Cognos Expert to support a leading pharmaceutical company. This role involves analyzing and optimizing Cognos-based financial processes, enhancing automation, and improving consolidation workflows. The position offers flexibility, with the possibility of remote work, provided the candidate is open to regular travel.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze and optimize I/Co reports in CognosEliminate the need for manual adjustments in financial report generationConduct training sessions for controllers to enhance automation knowledgeFurther automate elimination and consolidation processesEnsure accuracy and completeness of financial statement notesStrengthen the integration between Workiva and TM1Automate IFRS template financial statements for all entitiesSupport regulatory reporting requirements, including Pillar II complianceManage ESG data points related to financial and sustainability reportingCandidate ProfileMinimum 5 years of experience with IBM Cognos, focusing on reporting, automation, and consolidationStrong expertise in financial reporting and consolidation, preferably within the pharmaceutical industryExperience with TM1, Workiva, IFRS, Pillar II, and ESG reporting is advantageousAnalytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilitiesSelf-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environmentWillingness to travel regularly if requiredWhy Join Protiviti?Long-term engagement with a global pharmaceutical companyFlexible remote work arrangements with opportunities for travelCollaboration with a leading consultancy, ProtivitiOpportunity to contribute to financial automation and compliance initiativesQualified candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.