Get trained, make them pay for your PHR or LAH and leave! - Senior Human Resources Generalist Paychex Employee Review

2.0
Aug 4, 2008
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Pros

Flexibility in schedule and training. They provide excellent training as a new employee. They also are very top notch in terms of teaching labor laws. They also provide hr professionals with the ability to get either their PHR or SPHR and your LAH.

Cons

The pay is not very good. Employees are not properly reimbursed for mileage. Sales get a stipend of less than $300 a month to cover cell phone and mileage costs. HR Generalists only get reimbursed $0.37 per mile. The benefits stink and are expensive. The time off benefits are o.k. although you only get 2 weeks of vacation until your 5th anniversary. The holidays are few (6 total).

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5.0
Jun 17, 2026
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Pros

Paychex is a great company to work for. I’ve held multiple roles over 20+ years. There are always ups and downs, but for every position, manager, decision I disagree with, there are ten others that are outstanding.

Cons

It’s a large company with many opportunities to grow, but smaller companies may offer higher compensation.

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5.0
Jun 28, 2026
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Pros

People and the overall environment is a positive one. If you do your part, definite long term career potential. It’s not easy- but stable, growing. Worth serious consideration for early career looking for sales experience with a great training program. Also good for mid-career consideration if base salary isn’t the primary reason you are in sales.

Cons

Very fast pace that doesn’t suit everyone. If you are looking for easy or just a job to “hang out”, this probably isn’t the right spot for you.

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