Data Conversion Specialist

Paylocity; Town of Pittsford (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity is seeking a Data Conversion Specialist for a 100% in-office role in Rochester, NY. You will convert payroll data, manage data extraction with SQL and Excel, and support Implementation Consultants during onboarding.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years’ payroll data experience, strong attention to detail, and solid communication skills. On-site five days/week; salary range $50k–$60k with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3-5 years’ experience working with payroll data preferred.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Adept attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Analytical/Problem solving ability.
• Ability to work within a team environment while managing autonomous workload.
• Basic project management skills.
• Able to manage change successfully.
• Customer focus – ability to manage client interactions.
• Proficiency in MS Office – Access and SQL knowledge helpful.
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Basic SQL skills preferred; experience in SQL Server is also a plus.

Responsibilities

• Respond to internal and external requests during implementation.
• Coordinate and schedule electronic data extraction with clients.
• Convert time clocks, history, and custom data extractions.
• Research issues using MS Excel, SQL Server, and conversion tools.
• Review client data for accuracy before uploading.
• Ensure previous provider data is extracted and formatted for Web Pay.
• Pull data based on product purchased with a holistic approach.
• Analyze and define mapping rules.
• Assist in data cleanup as needed.

Skills

SQL

MS Excel

Payroll data

Data conversion tools

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL Server

MS Access

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.

Job Type

Full-time

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.

In-Office: This is a 100% in-office role based at any of 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 Data Conversion Specialist is a technical support role with SQL skills and advanced MS Excel skills. This position is a resource for the Implementation Consultants and enhance Paylocity’s electronic conversion function working with Payroll and HR. This position combines technical ability with payroll knowledge, creativity, and can-do attitude to convert new companies onto the Paylocity payroll processing platform.

Primary Responsibilities

• Respond to internal and external requests during implementation
• Work directly with clients to coordinate and schedule electronic data extraction
• Responsible for converting time clocks, history (including check detail, rate and position) and custom data extractions
• Use MS Excel, SQL Server, and Paylocity data conversion tools to research issues and update customer databases
• Review and/or format client supplied data for accuracy prior to uploading
• Take accountability to ensure previous provider data is successful extracted and formatted for Web Pay
• Pull data dependent on which of the products the client purchased with a holistic approach
• Responsible for analyzing and defining mapping rules
• Assist in data cleanup where necessary
• All other duties as assigned

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3-5 years’ experience working with payroll data preferred
• Ability to multi-task
• Adept attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Analytical/Problem solving ability
• Ability to work within a team environment while managing autonomous workload
• Basic project management skills
• Able to manage change successfully
• Customer focus – ability to manage client interactions
• Proficiency in MS office – Products are based upon Access and SQL databases. Knowledge of these will help during electronic data conversions.
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Excel skills
• Basic SQL skills preferred; experience in SQL Server is also a plus

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 $50,000-$60,000/yr; 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.