Paycom Software(NYSE) PAYC

Paycom makes software that helps businesses handle payroll and employee data. It gives workers a simple way to manage their own hours, pay, and benefits on their phones. This reduces the paperwork and errors for managers at small to mid-sized companies.

What Paycom Does

• Payroll: Standard software for processing paychecks and managing taxes; historically generates the majority of revenue.
• Talent Acquisition: Tools for recruiting, hiring, and checking backgrounds of new employees.
• Talent Management: Digital platforms for training, performance reviews, and tracking employee certifications.
• HR Management: Systems for tracking government compliance, insurance benefits, and internal company surveys.
• Time and Labor: Applications for tracking hours worked, scheduling shifts, and managing time-off requests.

A Growth Roadmap

• Launched Global HCM to provide software tools in 15 languages and over 190 countries.
• Expanded native payroll services directly into Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.
• Introduced Beti, a tool that lets employees check and approve their own payroll for accuracy before it is finalized.
• Opened Paycom National Trust Bank in 2024 to oversee and manage client payroll funds under federal regulation.

What Makes the Software Different

Paycom uses a single database for all its tools, which means data only needs to be entered once to update everything from payroll to benefits. The company also manages its own data centers in three states rather than relying on external cloud providers for hosting.

The Recent Numbers

• Revenue grew to $544.3 million in Q4 2025, up 10.2% compared to the same period in 2024.
• Operating cash flow reached $196.1 million in Q4 2025, a 22.3% increase from the previous year.
• Free cash flow rose to $122.6 million in Q4 2025, up 12.4% year-over-year.
• Net income was $113.8 million in Q4 2025, showing a slight increase from $113.6 million in Q4 2024.
• Annual revenue retention rate stood at 91% for the year ended December 31, 2025.

Evolution Summary

Paycom has transitioned from a US-focused payroll provider to a global human capital management platform. Its focus on a single-database system and employee-led payroll processing has allowed it to scale into international markets while maintaining high client retention.