Entry-Level Workday Payroll & Absence Consultant

Cognizant; Remote; USD 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is recruiting entry level Payroll, Absence and Time Tracking Associate Consultants for an exciting opportunity starting in Summer 2026. You will work with Fortune 500 companies on all phases of Workday system implementations and receive world-class training and mentorship. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields, with strong critical thinking skills. An annual salary of $75,000 is offered along with competitive benefits, including a 401(k) matching program and comprehensive insurance options.

Benefits

401(k) matching program

Medical, Dental, Life, and Vision insurance

Flexible work schedules

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year of work experience in an office environment preferred.
• Strong skills for critical thinking and logic problems.
• Exceptional resourcefulness, planning and time management, attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Attend Freshmen Orientation and Workday certification training.
• Support customers in Workday implementations.
• Assist in configuring the system and gathering business requirements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Logic problems

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Economics, Information Systems, Mathematics, or Finance

Job description

A leading consulting firm is recruiting entry level Payroll, Absence and Time Tracking Associate Consultants for an exciting opportunity starting in Summer 2026. You will work with Fortune 500 companies on all phases of Workday system implementations and receive world-class training and mentorship. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields, with strong critical thinking skills. An annual salary of $75,000 is offered along with competitive benefits, including a 401(k) matching program and comprehensive insurance options.