Workday Financials Associate Consultant

Cognizant Workday practice is recruiting for upcoming graduates who are looking for an exciting, entry level consulting opportunity starting in the Summer of 2026. We proudly partner with Workday, one of the leading cloud-based software solutions for HR, finance and payroll management. As a Financials Associate Consultant at Cognizant Workday practice, you will be part of a project team working with customers to get the most out of their Workday HCM implementation.

Our Financials Associate Consultant position is best suited for self-starters who are eager to work with exciting, Fortune 500 companies and dive headfirst into all phases of Workday system implementations. We provide world-class, classroom, virtual and on-the-job training, an incredibly supportive network of mentors. Our associates' diverse set of backgrounds offer varied perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking! Join our dedicated team of experienced Workday implementation professionals and become part of our dynamic, fast-paced, Finance transformation consulting practice.

Responsibilities:

• Become a Workday champion and partner closely with your team and customers to achieve excellence in each phase of your projects.

• Assist the Lead Consultant(s) in gathering business requirements, designing and prototyping, testing, recommending and implementing business solutions.

• Be a problem solver and find creative solutions, analyzing from multiple perspectives.

• Configure the system to the customers’ expectations and requirements.

• Master the art of “follow through”. Frequently update your project Lead and Engagement Manager on timeline, tasks, risks, roles & responsibilities, etc.

• Act as both a mentor and mentee, be willing and able to help others, and to ask for guidance.

• Proactively keep yourself abreast of Workday updates and project changes. Seek out opportunities to further your skillset and professional growth. We love initiative!

Skills and Requirements:

• 1 year of work experience in an office environment preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is required.

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is highly desired.

• Exceptional customer service and customer collaboration.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills.

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.

• Intermediate PowerPoint skills.

• Travel to customer site, when needed.

Why Choose Cognizant Workday practice?

• Flexible work schedules, or working out of one of our hub locations to cultivate personal and professional balance.

• Competitive benefits including 401(k) matching program, Medical, Dental, Life, and Vison insurance, and perk benefits such as commuter plans and pet insurance.

• Inclusive benefits that support mental health, gender affirmation journeys, caregiving and all paths to parenthood, excellent paid parental leave programs.

• Established Employee Resources Groups (ERG’s) that provide a safe space for employees to build relationships, connect, and develop initiatives to enhance diversity and inclusion.

• Committed to giving back to improve our communities and environmental impact.

• Learning and development opportunities through established corporate programs, on and off-site trainings, and on-demand online learning courses.

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

The annual salary is $75,000.00, 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.

Location

New hires will be aligned to the Cognizant office in Plano, TX, where you will work alongside other experienced Cognizant associates. Applicants must be willing to relocate to this major geographic area.

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