Q&A With Paychex Employees
At Paychex, our team-oriented culture empowers our employees to reach their fullest potential. We celebrate diverse perspectives and talent, and encourage our employees to bring their insights and recommendations to the table. Paychex was born of the philosophy that one great idea can change the world. We continue to thrive on that same principle by enabling our employees to be visionaries.
How employees describe working at Paychex
I've been there selling for 9 years and it would take a lot for me to leave.
Review from Sales Dept
My co workers are what makes me happy
2 rounds. Easy questions. Very conversational
The accountant channel team culture is phenomenal
My team is the only reason I stay. They live the values even when the exec team doesn't.
What it's like to work at Paychex
- Paychex employees generally work 8.9 hrs a day
- Employees at Paychex report the work pace is extremely fast
- On a typical day, employees at Paychex have 4+ meetings
- 78% of Paychex employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- Paychex employees most often take 10-15 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 54% of Paychex employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- Paychex employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
- 68% of Paychex employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With Paychex Employees
IDX: 0 TOT: 50
What kinds of community outreach does Paychex participate in?
Many communities programs
Day of caring
How long does it take to hear back after applying to Paychex?
1-2 Weeks
A few days.
How long after an interview at Paychex does it take to hear back?
1-2 weeks
Within a week
Does Paychex drug test or do a background check?
Top Employee Response
When I was hired, they did.
Yes
What's the office vibe like at Paychex?
Positive culture
Stressed
How can I improve my chances of being hired at Paychex?
Research the company, its past, and understand their market (small businesses)
Just apply and say that you are willing to do whatever they want
What kind of people succeed at Paychex?
Motivated. Hard working
Sales and management
What are some of the best things about your team at Paychex?
We work together well and back each other up
I love my team and all of my internal partners
What do you wish you knew before starting at Paychex?
I would have liked to know about the positive culture;
What is the dress code at Paychex?
Smart casual
How often do employees get raises at Paychex?
Once a year
What is the PTO policy at Paychex?
Very good
What kind of people does Paychex like to hire?
Curios people with positive attitude.
How hard is it to get promoted at Paychex?
Not too hard.
In your opinion, what are the most common interview questions that Paychex asks?
Top Employee Response
What makes you pay material
What benefits does Paychex provide?
Great comp plan
What's the company culture like at Paychex?
Stressed
How's the work life balance at Paychex?
None all work no time for much else
How's the vacation policy at Paychex?
5 days a year depending on tenure
How much and how often do raises happen at Paychex?
Ridiculous increases once a year IF your supervisors feel you deserve it
How's the work pace at Paychex?
Super fast
What's the best part of your job at Paychex?
Helping my clients
How secure do you feel at your job at Paychex?
0% they will let you go without notice no matter how long or hard you work there
How's the feedback proccess at Paychex?
Not beneficial or directly responsive to your concerns
How do you feel about going to work at Paychex everyday?
Miserable






