Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks are responsible for the timeliness and accuracy of employees' paychecks. In other words, payroll and timekeeping clerks ensure that employees are paid the right amount – and on time.

Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks fix any mistakes that may occur in the payroll process and also provide any necessary administrative assistance.

Timekeeping Clerks distribute and collect timecards. Other duties include reviewing timesheets, employee work charts and time cards for the appropriate signature and correct recording.

Payroll Clerks deal with the more technical aspects of payroll with duties including reviewing timesheets for any technical errors, computing pay by subtracting allotments (like Federal taxes), recording changes in employee's information and more.

Applicants for a Payroll and Timekeeping Clerk position should have a high school diploma or GED. New employees usually receive training either on-the-job or at a business school or community college. Payroll and timekeeping clerks who wish to advance their careers or stay competitive in their field will have a variety of certification programs to choose from.