Cognizant Workday - Continuous Value Services Adaptive Planning Financials Associate Consultant
Job Description
Cognizant’s Workday practice is recruiting for upcoming graduates who are looking for an exciting, entry level consulting opportunity starting in the Summer of 2025. We proudly partner with Workday, one of the leading cloud-based software solutions for HR, Finance and Payroll management. As a Financials post-production Associate Consultant (Continuous Value Services) at Cognizant, you will be part of multiple project teams working with customers to get the most out of their Workday Adaptive Planning environment.
Our CVS Post-Production Associate Consultant (Continuous Value Services) position is best suited for self-starters who are eager to work with exciting, Fortune 500 companies, and dive head first into Workday post-production system support. We provide world-class, classroom, virtual, and on-the-job training as well as an incredibly encouraging 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 professionals and become part of our dynamic, fast-paced, HR transformation consulting practice.
Responsibilities:
- Learn to become a Workday champion and partner closely with your team and customers to achieve excellence in post-production support.
- Participate in Workday Adaptive Planning post-production support activities including case management, lean-on support, troubleshooting, and small projects.
- Support multiple projects and customers; remain flexible and reprioritize based upon customer needs.
- Configure the system to the customers’ expectations and requirements.
- Support best practices towards tenant optimization and process improvement.
- Team player through knowledge sharing and mentorship.
- Master the art of “follow through.” Frequently update your Project Lead, Manager and Engagement Manager on timeline, tasks, risks, roles & responsibilities, tenant management, etc.
- Proactively keep yourself abreast of Workday updates and project changes. Seek out opportunities to further your skills and professional growth.
Skills and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Human Resources Management, HRIS, Finance, Information Technology, Accounting, or related field.
- Ability to manage time and balance multiple assignments while meeting various deadlines and priorities.
- Strong aptitude for critical thinking and logic problems with an appetite for problem solving.
- Outstanding resourcefulness, planning and time management, attention to detail and process, and research skills.
- Passion for exceptional customer service.
- Strong communication, presentation, and analytical skills, with the ability to effectively manage customer expectations.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Travel to customer site, if needed.
Salary and Other Compensation
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
Depending on your project assignment, you could be working remotely, asked to come into an office in your geographical location or asked to travel 10-30% of the time.
Work Authorization
Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role.
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 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high-caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
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.
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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.
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