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At Paylocity, we create software that makes companies – especially their HR teams – better, faster, and stronger. We give clients the tools they need to make their companies run, and give our employees a rewarding company culture – all putting us in a category of our own. Join us and learn what makes us unique!

We’re a fast-growing company ready to revolutionize the payroll and HR world for hundreds of thousands of businesses by delivering innovative technology and support. We seek the best and brightest to help us create the future of our talent solutions – enabling our customers to better develop their employees. Our own employees are equally important to us: We work hard to provide the best work environment for our employees, and are dedicated to giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

We are looking for a Payroll Consultant with customer service experience and technical skills to assist new clients’ transition to their new payroll and human resources provider, Paylocity. If you are someone with computer skills, strong attention to detail, has mastered multitasking, and provides exceptional customer service, this is the right entry level opportunity for you.

In-Office: This is a 100% in-office role based at our Guadalajara, MEX location. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this position. Candidates must be able to work on-site five days per week during designated work hours.

Position Overview:

The Implementation Consultant serves as a strategic partner for clients with moderately complex client needs. You’ll lead consultative discovery sessions to design customized system configurations that drive efficiency and maximize value. With a focus on accurate data conversion and seamless client onboarding, you'll balance legacy data, validate configurations, and provide proactive support throughout implementation. This role requires strong analytical thinking, client relationship skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Location: Guadalajara, MEX

Primary Responsibilities

The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist clients in data migration, data mapping, and data validation processes to ensure accurate and complete data integration into the HCM software.
• Collaborate with internal partners to gather and analyze their business requirements related to the specific HCM function (e.g., payroll, HR, time, and labor).
• Review configuration of system with internal partners to ensure the software is aligned with the clients' needs and expectations to ensure optimal utilization of system capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams, including sales, product SMEs and project managers, to deliver high-quality implementations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve implementation related matters, escalating critical concerns to the appropriate teams when necessary.

Education and Experience

• 1+ years of Customer Service or Customer interfacing role
• 1+ years of HCM implementation experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred; however, candidates with an associate degree and relevant experience, or a high school diploma/equivalent with at least five (5) years of experience in HCM, will also be considered.
• Client Centric Approach: Possess excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer-focused mindset throughout the implementation process.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (with a strong emphasis on Excel) and Other Programs:
• Adapt quickly to new software platforms and leverage their capabilities to optimize project outcomes. Experience with Excel functions including VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, data manipulation and analysis.
• Resourcefulness: Utilize your problem-solving abilities to overcome obstacles and find creative solutions that meeting project requirements and client expectations.
• Project Management: Successfully handle multiple projects concurrently, effectively prioritizing tasks, managing timelines and ensuring deliverables are met on time. Maintain a high-level of organization and attention to detail through the implementation process to meet client deadlines and achieve successful outcomes.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day.
• Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously

Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better.

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers.

We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact accessibility@paylocity.com. This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state disability laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed.

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