About the role
As an SAP FICO Test Lead – Life Sciences, you will make an impact by leading the end‑to‑end testing strategy and execution for complex company split and merger scenarios within a regulated Life Sciences (GxP) environment. You will be a key member of the Finance Transformation and Quality team, working closely with global finance, security, data, compliance, cutover, and program leadership teams to ensure a smooth and disruption‑free transition.
In this role, you will:
Lead the overall test strategy and execution for SAP testing during a split or merger, ensuring business continuity and compliance.
Define end‑to‑end test scenarios, test requirements, and test scripts for SIT, BST, and UAT cycles.
Coordinate cross‑functional teams—BPOs, TPOs, Finance functional leads, Security, SQA, Data, Compliance, Cutover, and Migration—to ensure readiness and timely execution.
Conduct workshops to identify E2E flows, data dependencies, integration touchpoints, and required security personas.
Manage test governance: kickoffs, daily execution tracking, defect triage meetings, exit criteria validation, and securing sign‑offs.
Ensure all testing activities meet Life Sciences GxP regulatory and validation requirements.
Build and socialize test metrics and dashboards using JIRA, ensuring visibility to leadership and stakeholders.
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 role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position in a client or Cognizant office in Teaneck, NJ.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
10+ years of strong experience as an SAP Test Manager leading testing for company split or merger programs (primary requirement).
Deep hands‑on experience testing SAP FICO processes: AP, AR, Projects, Fixed Assets, Cash & Banking, Treasury, Revenue Accounting.
Proven experience planning and executing SIT, BST, and UAT cycles end‑to‑end.
Ability to coordinate testing dependencies across global partner teams (Security, Data, Cutover, Migration, Compliance).
Knowledge of SAP systems to support issue triage, defect analysis, and troubleshooting.
Strong proficiency with JIRA for dashboards, reporting, and metrics visualization.
Working knowledge of GxP and validation expectations within Life Sciences programs.
This will help you stand out
Experience using Tosca for automation to improve test efficiency.
Domain exposure to Medical Devices.
Familiarity with R&D processes and scientific workflow testing.
Understanding of data models to validate data‑driven and reporting applications.
Salary and Other Compensation
Applications will be accepted until February 16th, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $81,513 to $130,000, 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

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.