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How do I Set Up and use the Wizehire and Paychex Integration?

Connect Wizehire with Paychex to seamlessly manage payroll, new hires, and HR data in one place.

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Written by Tamalyn Holcomb
Updated over a week ago

What does the integration do?

Seamlessly transfer new hires from Wizehire to your Paychex account, making payroll and HR management easier than ever.

With this integration, moving new hires from recruitment to payroll is quick and simple. In just a few clicks, candidate information flows directly from Wizehire to Paychex—no manual entry required. That means fewer errors, less back-and-forth, and a faster onboarding process.

💡 Wizehire → Paychex data sync eliminates duplicate entry and streamlines onboarding.


Eligibility

This integration is available for clients on any active Wizehire plan.
👉 Before proceeding, ensure your company has contracted services with Paychex.


How to set up the integration

Step 1 — Locate your Paychex Display ID

  • Log in to your Paychex Flex account.

    • If you have trouble, contact your Paychex account manager or support.

    • Paychex Support: Website, (833)299-0168

  • In the top left corner of your dashboard, locate your Display ID.

    • This ID appears under your company name.

  • Copy the Display ID (Ctrl+C).

    • You’ll need this ID in your Wizehire settings.

Step 2 — Update your Wizehire settings

  • Log in to your Wizehire account.

  • In the top right, click your name → Settings.

  • From the left menu, select Integrations.

  • Paste your Paychex Display ID into the correct field.

  • Click Connect your Paychex account.

Step 3 — Export new hires from Wizehire to Paychex

  • On your Wizehire job dashboard, move your new hire into the Hired column.

  • Click Start to add them to payroll.

  • Click Add Team Member.

  • Fill in any missing information.

  • Click Finish adding to Payroll.

If your employee is already in the Hired column

  • Go to your Team Page in Wizehire.

  • Locate the employee (they must have a current Team Member profile).

  • Click Add to payrollAdd team member.

  • Fill in required fields.

  • Click Finish applying to payroll.

  • You’re done — the employee is now synced!

Step 4 — Locate hires in Paychex

  • Log into your Paychex dashboard.

  • Click View People List.

  • Under In Progress, you’ll find your new employee.

  • Click their name → Finish adding worker to complete the process.


Common Questions

Do I need a specific Paychex plan?

Yes. You must have an active Paychex Flex account.

What if my Display ID isn’t showing?

It should appear in the top left corner under your company name. If not, contact Paychex support.

What if my employee doesn’t sync?

Make sure:

  • They are in the Hired column in Wizehire.

  • They have a Team Member profile before syncing.

Can I disconnect the integration?

Yes. You can disconnect anytime from your Wizehire Settings > Integrations tab.


By following these steps, you’ll successfully integrate Wizehire with Paychex, making your hiring and onboarding process smoother and more efficient. If you need assistance, contact our team for more information.

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