mid sales Account Executive ic · Posted Jun 25, 2026

About this role

Paychex is hiring a mid-level Account Executive in the sales function based in Atlanta, GA.

Role: Account Executive
Function: sales
Level: mid
Track: Individual contributor
Location: Atlanta, GA
Department: Sales
Posted: Jun 25, 2026

Job description

from Paychex careers

Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.

Overview

Selling Company's products and services by developing new clients and increasing the client base to increase profits in the Core Sales. This role exclusively sells HCM products in the small market segment (1-19 employee segment.)

Responsibilities

Leverage the Go-to-Market Sales Strategy to identify customers’ needs and present the Paychex solution to key stakeholders and decision makers in accordance with the client’s preference on in person or virtual interaction to increase revenue and market share.
Scheduling appointments and visiting potential and current referral sources to secure referrals to end users.
Prospecting for new clients and new referral sources utilizing the telephone, direct mail, seminars, current client visits, or other local marketing programs directed by Sales management.
Analyzing the customer needs and interests, determining which products are appropriate and referring to appropriate party when necessary.
Completing and submitting accurate new business paperwork, expense reports and weekly activity reports by agreed upon dates set by Sales management.
Expediting the resolution of customer problems or complaints.
Projecting a positive image in representing the Corporation to clients and the community.
May be required to travel outside of geographical territory for purposes of attending Conference, training sessions and/or area Zone meetings.

Qualifications

H.S. Diploma - Required
Bachelor's Degree - Preferred
2 years of experience in B2B Sales/Marketing.
2 years of experience in Human Capital Management (HCM) industry.
Cold Calling Experience.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software experience.
Valid Driver's License - Required
Action Oriented - Preferred
Professionalism - Preferred
Resilience - Preferred
Tenacity - Preferred
Digital Literacy - Preferred
Rapport Building - Preferred
Adaptability - Preferred
Questioning Skills - Preferred
Interpersonal Communications - Preferred
Self-Motivation - Preferred
Relationship Building - Preferred
Business To Business - Preferred
Quick Learning - Preferred
Strong Work Ethic - Preferred
Listening Skills - Preferred
Trustworthiness - Preferred
Results Focused - Preferred
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software - Preferred
Sales - Preferred
Cold Calling - Preferred
Persuasive Communication - Preferred
Client Needs Assessment - Preferred
Competitive Intelligence - Preferred
Business Acumen - Preferred
Sales Presentations - Preferred
Sales Qualification - Preferred
Closing (Sales) - Preferred
Salesforce - Preferred
Product Knowledge - Preferred
Customer Insights - Preferred
Sales Proposals - Preferred
Time Management - Preferred
Selling Techniques - Preferred
Problem Solving - Preferred
Negotiation - Preferred
Sales Prospecting - Preferred
Human Resources Information System (HRIS) - Preferred
Payroll Systems - Preferred
Sales Process - Preferred
Outside Sales - Preferred
Prioritization - Preferred
Organizational Skills - Preferred
Overcoming Objections - Preferred

Live the Paychex Values

Act with uncompromising integrity.

Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.

Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.

Work in partnership and support each other.

Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.

Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What's in it for you?

We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

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