Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.

While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.

We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.

When you feel like you belong, work is no longer work – it's personal. At Paylocity, we believe better employees lead to better companies. Workplaces and cultures that care will build the future, and at Paylocity, we’re doing just that. Join us as we change the future and transform your career!

There are jobs and then there are careers . Since 1997, Paylocity has been hiring talented people, giving them big challenges, and providing the right resources to help them succeed. Our award-winning culture ensures all employees feel truly welcome, appreciated, and free to be themselves. While other companies talk about it, we make it happen. Join Paylocity and launch your career!

Position Overview

Reporting to a Manager of Corporate Strategy & Development, the Senior Analyst of Corporate Strategy & Development will assist in the development and execution of strategic efforts around M&A, capital markets, special projects, organic growth opportunities, and business development in alignment with the board, CEO/CFO, and the executive team. This position will have direct interaction with the CEO, CFO, and other senior executives throughout the company.

Responsibilities

The below represents some of the primary responsibilities of the position. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Work directly with the Managers and Directors of Corporate Strategy & Development in identifying and prioritizing strategic initiatives, shaping strategy and identifying areas of M&A focus
• Support the development and execution of processes and analytical frameworks for evaluating M&A opportunities
• Research and analyze high priority strategic markets, including industry mapping and deep dives into targeted M&A and partnership opportunities
• Partner with and drive cross-functional efforts in all phases of M&A execution including diligence, business case creation, financial modeling, and integration
• Perform ad hoc analyses and financial modeling
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts to analyze and execute capital markets activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree: Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred
• Minimum of 2+ years of highly relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, corporate development, or transaction services, with demonstrated exposure to M&A transactions
• Direct experience supporting M&A execution, including diligence, financial modeling, and deal analysis
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, including building operational, acquisition, and pro forma models independently
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and independently in a fast-paced, high-judgment environment
• Advanced knowledge of MS office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong work ethic with experience delivering results in a fast-paced environment in a structured and organized manner
• Driven, results-oriented mindset with a history of perseverance and passion for achieving goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing board and/or executive level strategic and financial presentations

Preferred

• Exposure to public equity or debt capital markets
• Software or tech transaction experience
• Strong interest in and knowledge of the software or technology sector

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 LeaveBenefits@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.

This role can be performed from any office in the US. The pay range for this position is $79,800 - $120,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual bonus and restricted stock unit grant based on individual performance in addition to a full range of benefits outlined here. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via

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