
Compare Paychex Payroll Packages
Simplify complex business challenges through our all-in-one innovative technology, compliance experts, and HR support. With Paychex Flex®, you can manage your business and employees when and how you want – from desktop or mobile app.
Get the Right Solution for Your Business

Paychex Flex® Essentials
Easily sign up, set up, and do payroll and tax filing online with chat and phone support available 24/7. For businesses with 1-9 employees.

Paychex Flex® Select
A personal consultation matches our services to your business needs. Easily set up, do payroll, and file taxes with 24/7 support plus the expertise of a dedicated service professional.

Paychex Flex® Pro
Full-service setup, payroll, and tax filing, online or through a dedicated payroll specialist, plus valuable HR tools and a personal consultation to meet your business needs. Chat and phone support 24/7.
Payroll Package Options that Fit the Needs of Any Size Business
Electronically transfers wages into the employee's bank account or print checks yourself.
Download the Paychex Flex mobile app to access Paychex information – and even submit payroll – on-the-go.
Add new employees and invite them to register for a Paychex Flex account where they can complete activities on their own — saving you time.
Receive essential reports to help you more effectively run payroll.
Get access to common payroll reports such as a general ledger of all your financial transactions.
In addition to direct deposit: paper checks, check signing, and check logo service.
Receive expert step-by-step support with setting up your online payroll.
Get assigned a highly-trained payroll specialist who serves as your single point of contact for all your payroll and tax needs.
Automatically deduct and remit garnished wages to the appropriate agency.
Securely link payroll data to popular accounting software such as QuickBooks® Online, Sage Intacct®, and Xero.
Rest easy knowing your federal, state, and identified local payroll taxes will be calculated, paid, and filed on your behalf with Paychex Taxpay. *Additional fees may apply.
Get your required employee and independent contractor tax forms for tax season. **Available at additional cost.
Meet state reporting requirements for new and rehired employees and independent contractors.
Receive up-to-date printed or electronic federal and state posters for display in your workplace.
Select a plan from top-tier national carriers with help from licensed agents of Paychex Insurance Agency. **Available at additional cost.
Get assistance with managing your unemployment insurance processes.
Receive important human resources documents for your employees and your business.
Make e-learning a priority at your business with online courses designed to ensure your employees stay educated, engaged, and focused while helping improve employee retention and reduce turnover.
Enable employees to complete their new-hire documentation, including direct deposit and tax forms, through a paperless, mobile-friendly experience.
Perform background checks on candidates quickly and easily. A limited number of screens are included with your package.
An online handbook builder tool that identifies policies based on where your employees work and your employee count. Customize your handbook with additional optional policies applicable to your business.
Electronically deposit payroll funds onto a prepaid paycard for easy access.
Help workers meet their financial goals with a variety of tools and education, including short-term loans.
Get help finding and applying for tax credits for which your business may qualify to maximize your tax savings.
An EAP can help your employees solve personal issues that may affect their productivity at work.
Paychex Offers Customers Personalized Service
Dan Banaitis wasn’t happy with his service provider. He had many issues, needed a specific service his provider didn’t offer, and he wasn’t getting any resolution. He chose Paychex because we listened to what help his business required and worked with him to make the transition smooth.

I knew I was going to (choose) Paychex where I was being heard more about what my needs were.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is it difficult to switch to Paychex from my current payroll provider?
Is it difficult to switch to Paychex from my current payroll provider?
Switching to Paychex is simple. We can have you up and running in as few as 48 hours after signing up. We work with you to collect the necessary paperwork and balance your year-to-date payroll data, and often we’re even able to help pull your data directly from your previous payroll company’s system.
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What do I need to sign up for Paychex payroll services?
What do I need to sign up for Paychex payroll services?
To begin the process, just submit your name, email address, and phone number. To speed up the enrollment process be sure to be ready to provide the following:
- Company and employee information, including Federal Tax ID Number; employees’ personal, payment, and tax information; your company’s tax information; and your bank account details
- Signed tax documents and agreement, including federal and state* tax documents and service agreements
Once your enrollment application has been reviewed by our Customer Support team, you can start running your first payroll.
*A wet signature may be required on your state tax documents. We’ll let you know.
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Can I customize a Paychex payroll package?
Can I customize a Paychex payroll package?
A Paychex representative can help you determine a solution that best fits your business and budget needs.
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How do I know which package to choose?
How do I know which package to choose?
The payroll and HR services your business needs depends on many factors, such as compliance needs and business requirements. Speak with a Paychex representative to help you choose a solution that best fits where your business is today, while keeping in mind your plans for the future.
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My company is growing. How easy is it to adjust the solutions I need?
My company is growing. How easy is it to adjust the solutions I need?
Each of our payroll packages and solutions are built to grow with you. Your Paychex representative can help you easily add services as they become necessary, as well as recommend solution that may better fit the changing needs of your business.
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Can Paychex help with more than just payroll?
Can Paychex help with more than just payroll?
Beyond payroll, we allow you to get more from your people, money, and productivity. We'll help you handle payroll taxes with Paychex Taxpay, solve your human resources challenges, create and manage your benefits program, find business insurance to protect what you’ve worked hard to build, and keep you up-to-date with changing laws and regulations.