Account Manager II

Paylocit; Town of Pittsford (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity is seeking an Account Manager II in Rochester, NY for an in-office role. The position focuses on resolving client payroll and HR system challenges while building strong customer relationships.

You will use problem-solving skills across phone, Zoom, and email interactions as the primary contact within a dedicated client support team. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year in technical support or a high-volume customer-facing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 1 year of experience in technical support, call center operations, or other high-volume customer‑facing roles
• Experience in customer service or previous client interfacing role
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Excel
• Strong written communication skills for business correspondence
• Strong team player with attention to detail
• Essential Skills: Analytical thinking, problem solving, time management, communication and decision-making

Responsibilities

• Issue resolution and escalation when needed
• Champion clients' interests, collaborating with internal experts for optimal solutions
• Deliver timely solutions meeting client requirements and internal service metrics
• Leverage internal resources to source and validate answers while adhering to payroll policies
• Navigate systems and maintain advanced knowledge in Paylocity products
• Work cross-functionally as a team player

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

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.
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 our Rochester, NY 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 Account Manager II is pivotal in resolving client payroll and HR system challenges while fostering exceptional customer relationships through fundamental technical expertise. The Account Manager II delivers outstanding customer service by effectively utilizing available resources and prioritizing issues. The role involves meeting performance metrics through inbound and outbound interactions, including phone conversations, Zoom meetings, and email exchanges. Serving as the primary point of contact within a dedicated client support team, the Account Manager II assumes full responsibility for maintaining and enhancing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Issue Resolution – Maintain consistent availability, manage workloads for optimal accessibility, effectively troubleshoot and resolve client issues, and escalat when necessary.
• Client Focus - Champion clients' interests, delivering clear and effective resolutions. Collaborate with internal technical experts to provide optimal solutions.
• Timely Solution Delivery - Prioritize successful and punctual solution delivery in line with client requirements and internal service metrics. Metrics include availability, outbound adherence, first call & case resolution, minimal escalations, and high client retention & satisfaction.
• Leverage Resources - Appropriately leverage resources to source and validate answers, document issues while adhering to payroll policies, and ensure seamless client support. Embrace feedback and adapt behaviors as needed.
• System Capabilities – Ability to navigate systems and maintain advanced knowledge in Paylocity Products and Partners.
• Team Player – The ability to work cross-functionally, contribute to collective goals, and share insights. Fosters a cohesive and productive work environment.

Expectations

• Dependability/Follow-Up: Proficiently multitask, respond promptly, and ensure timely follow-up.
• Problem Solve: Skillfully troubleshoot and resolve issues using knowledge, resources, and qualitative and quantitative information.
• Communication: Exhibit professional written and verbal communication consistently with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge & Resourcefulness – Ability to effectively utilize internal resources and resolve issues to ensure minimal escalations and maintain a positive customer experience.
• Optimizing Products – Being the product expert while being current on product releases and mandatory training.

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 1 year of experience in technical support, call center operations, or other high-volume customer‑facing roles
• Experience in customer service or previous client interfacing role
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Excel
• Strong written communication skills for business correspondence
• Strong team player with attention to detail
• Essential Skills: Analytical thinking, problem solving, time management, communication and decision-making

Preferred

• Experience in team leadership or support roles – including coaching, training, peer mentorship, or acting as a subject matter expert (SME)
• Experience in payroll and/or call center environment
• CPP, FPC, APA, and/or SHRM-CP certified
• Self‑starter with the ability to handle multiple projects at once

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 [e-mail]. 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.

The base pay range for this position is $25 - $28/hr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position offers 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.