OUR SERVICES: PAYROLL

Payroll Assistant

What does a Payroll Assistant do?

A Payroll Assistant supports the payroll department by performing various administrative tasks related to employee compensation. Their responsibilities include collecting and verifying timekeeping information, calculating wages, and processing payroll transactions. Payroll Assistants ensure accurate and timely employee payment distribution by preparing paychecks, direct deposits, or electronic transfers. They also maintain payroll records, respond to employee inquiries regarding pay and benefits, and assist in resolving payroll discrepancies. Additionally, Payroll Assistants may assist with payroll tax filings, wage garnishments, and compliance with labor laws and regulations to ensure payroll accuracy and legal compliance.

    Tier 1

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    		 1 to 2
    years of
    experience

    Tier 2

    .

    		 3 to 5
    years of
    experience

    Tier 3

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    		 > 5
    years of
    experience

    ABOUT THE ROLE

    Roles and Responsibilities

    • Collecting and verifying timekeeping information.
    • Calculating wages and processing payroll transactions.
    • Preparing paychecks, direct deposits, or electronic transfers.
    • Maintaining accurate payroll records.
    • Responding to employee inquiries regarding pay and benefits.
    • Assisting in resolving payroll discrepancies and ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations.

    Day-to-Day Duties

    • Collecting and verifying timekeeping data.
    • Calculating wages and processing payroll.
    • Preparing paychecks or direct deposits.
    • Maintaining payroll records.
    • Responding to employee inquiries about pay and benefits.

    SKILLS AND TOOLS

    Soft Skills

    • Attention to detail
    • Time management
    • Communication skills
    • Problem-solving abilities
    • Integrity
    • Adaptability
    • Teamwork
    • Customer service orientation

    Hard Skills

    • Timekeeping software proficiency
    • Payroll processing knowledge
    • Math and numerical skills
    • Data entry accuracy
    • Familiarity with payroll regulations
    • Payroll software proficiency

    Tools

    ADP Workforce Now, Gusto, or Paychex 70%
    Kronos, BambooHR, or TSheets 90%
    Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets 80%

    Education

    Common Educational Backgrounds and Careers for this Role:

    • Business Administration
    • Accounting
    • Forensic Finance
    • Payroll Management
    • Associate’s Degree
    • Human Resources
    • Business Management
    • Payroll Certification
    • Office Administration
    • Mathematics

    CANDIDATES TESTS

    Tests & Evaluations for Candidates

    QuickBooks

    QuickBooks Online (UK and US version) test to hire

    8/10

    Bookkeepers, accountants, financial clerks, financial managers, business and clerical administrators.

    GAAP

    Use the Financial accounting (US GAAP) test to hire

    8/10

    Bookkeepers, accounts assistants, financial accountants, financial managers, and other roles requiring a good grasp of financial accounting.

    IFRS

    Use the Financial accounting (IFRS) test to hire

    8/10

    Bookkeepers, accounts assistants, financial accountants, financial managers, and other roles requiring a good grasp of financial accounting.