Payroll Clerk

Job Description

We are looking for an efficient payroll clerk to be responsible for all tasks involved in processing payroll. The payroll clerk has a range of duties that include collecting timesheets, calculating wages, and ensuring employees receive their pay on time.

To be successful as a payroll clerk you should be able to carry out all tasks with high attention to detail. Ultimately, a top-notch payroll clerk should be highly organized and possess excellent math skills.

Payroll Clerk Responsibilities:

• Collecting and verifying timesheets.
• Entering employee information and payroll data into the system.
• Answering employees' questions and concerns regarding payroll.
• Calculating payable hours, commissions, bonuses, taxes, and deductions.
• Processing new employees, promotions, and terminations.
• Issuing statements detailing earnings and deductions.
• Issuing and delivering paychecks to employees.
• Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies.
• Maintaining and updating payroll records.
• Preparing periodic payroll reports.

Payroll Clerk Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED.
• Degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in a payroll department.
• Knowledge of payroll software is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good math and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Team player.