Associate Consultant - Functional

Makse Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Makse Group in Denver, CO is seeking an Associate Consultant - Functional to solve complex client business challenges using Workday solutions. You will translate requirements into clear strategies and participate in all phases of implementation in a client-facing role.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, strong communication, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with project teams to optimize HR, payroll, and financial processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s (or higher) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to translate requirements into clear solutions.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills, able to engage senior leaders and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Leverage resources to understand Workday functionality and apply knowledge to client solutions.
• Lead and participate in all phases of Workday implementations, including requirements gathering, design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-production support.
• Advise clients in testing Workday HR, payroll, and financial processes across various test types (unit, integration, end-to-end, UAT).
• Create and present process designs and integration flows using diagrams and visual tools.
• Develop end-user training materials and drive user adoption and process improvements.

Skills

Workday expertise

Analytical problem-solving

Strong communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Associate Consultant - Functional# Open Positions## Associate Consultant - FunctionalApply: 4100 E Mississippi Ave, Suite 300, Denver, CO 80246: Full time: Posted 17 Days Ago: JR100064**Makse Group is where innovation meets impact.** We’re not just consultants; we’re problem-solvers and trailblazers, empowering clients with Workday solutions that transform their businesses. Our culture thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. We take on challenges together, support each other’s growth, and celebrate every milestone.**Looking to advance your career, work with cutting-edge solutions, and join a team that values your potential? Welcome to Makse Group.**The expected pay range for this position is $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.We are seeking Associate Consultants to join our team. In this role, you will solve complex client business challenges and translate requirements into clear strategies and solutions. You will apply professional judgment while advising clients on Workday solutions that maximize efficiency and effectiveness across their organizations. This position is ideal for individuals with strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills who are interested in business technology consulting and can operate independently in a client-facing environment.****Job Responsibilities:***** Leverage firm resources and training programs to develop a strong understanding of Workday functionality and apply that knowledge to client solution strategies.* Lead and participate in all phases of system implementations, including requirements gathering, solution design, configuration approach, testing strategy, deployment planning, and post-production support.* Advise and assist clients in testing Workday HR, payroll, and financial transactions through unit, integration, regression, end-to-end, UAT, and parallel testing.* Develop and present processes, solution designs, and integration flows using flowcharts, diagrams, and other visual tools.* Design end-user training approaches and support material to drive successful adoption and process improvements.* Configure system modules following established best practices and client requirements.* Troubleshoot and resolve issues by identifying root causes in system configuration, integrations, or data, and recommend effective solutions.* Collaborate with clients and project teams to identify and recommend opportunities for system optimization and enhancements.* Manage assigned tasks and deliverables using firm-provided project management tools and methodologies.****Requirements:***** Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities with the capacity to exercise independent judgement.* Excellent communication skills with the confidence to advise and engage senior business leaders.* Strong client-facing skills, including the ability to gather requirements, develop and write clear documentation, and present findings or solutions effectively.* Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to client needs.* Bachelor’s degree required; a Master’s (or higher) is a plus.