A Payroll professional is responsible for processing payroll, remitting payroll taxes and government reporting as well as preparing monthly, quarterly and year-end payroll statements. A Payroll Supervisor/Manager will ensure compliance with government regulations, establishing and implementing policies on matters such as payroll advancements to employees and the hiring, training and supervision of payroll staff. A Payroll Officer job description should include the following duties and responsibilities: Ensuring all payroll transactions are processed efficiently Collecting, calculating, and entering data in order to maintain and update payroll information Compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and non-taxable wages and reporting on this Determining payroll liabilities by calculating employee federal and state income, social security taxes, employer's social security, unemployment, and workers compensation payments Resolving payroll discrepancies Maintaining payroll operations by following policies and procedures Developing ad hoc financial and operational reporting as needed

Payroll Officer job qualifications and requirements

Although no degree is necessary to enter a career in payroll, a degree in finance or economics would be beneficial. Applicants can also possess a Certificate III in Business or a Certificate III in Financial Services.Aside from this, it is imperative that a Payroll Officer job description highlights the need for great attention to detail, a solid grasp of mathematics, alongside excellent organisational and communication skills. A Payroll Officer will also be exposed to confidential information – thus a high degree of professionalism and discretion should be included in the job description. Submit your resume or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.Robert Half can assist you with your payroll officer staffing needs.
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Salary for Payroll Clerk / Officer
$75,000 - $100,500
25th Percentile
$75,000
The applicant has limited or no experience in the position and is still developing their skills. Demand: Low
50th Percentile
$89,000
The applicant has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills. Demand: Moderate
75th Percentile
$100,500
The applicant has above-average experience, has (nearly) all necessary skills, and may also have specialised qualifications. Demand: High
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th Percentile 50th Percentile 75th Percentile Payroll Manager $108,000 $119,000 $139,000
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