Managed Services Associate

Location: Meridian

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.

Help our award-winning technology company run effectively as you take on big challenges and find solutions with a position in Operations.

Use your problem-solving skills to shape the way others see Paylocity. Launch your career with us!

In-Office:
This is a 100% in-office role based at one of our U.S. office locations (Meridian,  Rochester, NY or Schaumburg, IL). 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 Managed Services Associate plays a critical role in delivering white-glove support across key Human Capital Management (HCM) functions, including payroll processing, HR data management, and client inquiry resolution. As the frontline of the Managed Services team, this role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely execution of recurring services, while providing proactive, high-touch support that exceeds client expectations. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to delivering operational excellence and client satisfaction.

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.

* Payroll & HR Data Entry:
Maintain and process payroll and HRIS data with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality across client accounts.

* Client Communication:
Deliver prompt, clear, and professional communication via phone, email, and ticketing systems; serve as a trusted resource on routine inquiries and procedural guidance.

* Ownership & Follow-Through:
Proactively manage assigned client workload, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution of open tasks, escalations, and service requests.

* Problem Solving:
Diagnose and resolve payroll and data discrepancies, leveraging available tools, documentation, and internal expertise to ensure accurate outcomes.

* Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Liaise with internal teams (e.g., Product Support, Tax, Benefits) to ensure seamless service delivery and resolution of complex issues.

* Process Adherence:
Ensure full compliance with internal procedures, control protocols, and payroll policies, including client-specific processing requirements.

* Payroll Administration:
Execute end-to-end payroll tasks including pre-check validations, earnings/deductions auditing, and post-processing confirmations.

* Data Maintenance:
Manage HR, timekeeping, and pay data updates such as new hires, terminations, rate changes, and PTO adjustments.

* Client Issue Resolution:
Triage and resolve day-to-day service requests from clients, escalating when appropriate based on scope or complexity.

* Knowledge Management:
Maintain working knowledge of supported platforms, internal…