{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7e3bdeea61c41cb448f26e06","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7e3bdeea61c41cb448f26e06","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7e3bdeea61c41cb448f26e06","title":"Workday Data Conversion Associate Consultant","description":"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 Data Conversion 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 Implementation.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nLearn to become a Workday Data Conversion champion and partner closely with your team and customers to achieve excellence in each phase of your projects.\r\nParticipate in Workday implementation activities including discovery, design, configuration, documentation, testing, and project review sessions related to data conversion.\r\nLearn to use the Workday tools of iLoad, EIB's, Object Transporter and Advanced Load to do tenant to tenant migrations.\r\nLearn the basics of the Workday product to enable you to effectively validate data and troubleshoot issues and support your project team.\r\nMaster the art of \"follow through\". Frequently update your project Lead, manager and Engagement Manager on timeline, tasks, risks, roles & responsibilities, tenant management, data conversion, etc.\r\nProactively keep yourself abreast of Workday updates and project changes. Seek out opportunities to further your skillset and professional growth. We love initiative!\r\nSkills and Requirements\r\nBachelor's degree in Information Technology, MIS, or related degree\r\nStrong Excel competency (formulas, pivot tables, ASAP utilities)\r\nAbility to work well individually as well as in a team environment\r\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills\r\nStrong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively manage customer expectations\r\nKnowledge of Workday a plus, but not required\r\nTravel to customer site, when needed\r\nWhy Choose Cognizant Workday practice\r\nFlexible work schedules, or working out of one of our hub locations to cultivate personal and professional balance.\r\nCompetitive benefits including 401(k) matching program , Medical, Dental, Life, and Vison insurance, and perk benefits such as commuter plans and pet insurance.\r\nInclusive benefits that support mental health, gender affirmation journeys, caregiving and all paths to parenthood, excellent paid parental leave programs.\r\nEstablished Employee Resources Groups (ERG's) that provide a safe space for employees to build relationships, connect, and develop initiatives to enhance diversity and inclusion.\r\nOpen, transparent lines of communication with leadership through Town Halls, internal newsletters, and monthly small group conversations with a member of the executive team.\r\nCommitted to giving back to improve our communities and environmental impact.\r\nOpportunities for learning and development through established corporate programs, on and off-site trainings, and on-demand online learning courses.\r\nA people development focused environment where you have autonomy to drive your career path.\r\nSalary and Other Compensation\r\nThe 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.\r\nLocation\r\nNew 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.\r\nWork Authorization\r\nDue 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.\r\nDisclaimer\r\nCompensation 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.\r\nApplicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. 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