Senior Analyst Corporate Strategy and Development

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!

Fully Remote (U.S. Only): This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U.S. with no in-office requirements. You must be available five days per week during designated work hours. The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on-site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary.

Position Overview

This position 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, CoCEOs/CFO and the executive team. The position will have direct communication with Senior Management and regular direct interaction with the CFO.

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.

Knowledge and Application:

• Work directly with the Managers and Directors of Corporate Development in identifying and prioritizing strategic initiatives, shaping strategy and identifying areas of M&A focus
• Assist in refining and executing the processes and analytical framework for analyzing M&A opportunities
• Display strong work ethic with ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment in a structured and organized manner

Complexity and Problem Solving:

• Research and analyze high priority strategic markets, including industry mapping and deep dives into targeted M&A and partnership opportunities
• Ad hoc analyses and financial modeling
• Assist cross-functional efforts to analyze and execute capital markets activities

Discretion and Impact:

• Be proactive and take initiative while being conscious of team alignment, thoughtful planning and required input into decision-making
• Driven, results oriented mindset with a history of perseverance and passion for achieving goals

Collaboration and Interaction:

• Partner with and drive cross-functional efforts in all phases of M&A execution including diligence, business case creation, financial modeling, and integration
• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to prepare board and/or executive level strategic and financial presentations

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree: Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred
• Minimum 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

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 View email address on ziprecruiter.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.

The base pay range for this position is $79,700- $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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