OUR SERVICES: BOOKKEEPING

Payroll Bookkeeper

What does a Payroll Bookkeeper do?

A Payroll Bookkeeper, also known as a Payroll Clerk, is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payment of wages to employees within an organization. Their duties include calculating employee hours, verifying attendance records, and applying appropriate pay rates and deductions. Payroll Bookkeepers also process payroll transactions, including issuing paychecks or electronic payments and reconciling payroll accounts. They maintain payroll records, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations. Additionally, they may assist employees with payroll-related inquiries and provide support during payroll audits.

    Tier 1

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    		 1 to 2
    years of
    experience

    Tier 2

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    		 3 to 5
    years of
    experience

    Tier 3

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    		 > 5
    years of
    experience

    ABOUT THE ROLE

    Roles and Responsibilities

    • Calculating employee hours, applying pay rates, and deductions accurately.
    • Verifying attendance records and ensuring compliance with company policies.
    • Processing payroll transactions, including issuing paychecks or electronic payments.
    • Reconciling payroll accounts and maintaining accurate payroll records.
    • Preparing payroll reports and ensuring compliance with payroll tax regulations.
    • Assisting employees with payroll-related inquiries and providing support during payroll audits.

    Day-to-Day Duties

    • Calculating employee hours and applying pay rates.
    • Verifying attendance records and addressing discrepancies.
    • Processing payroll transactions, including issuing payments.
    • Reconciling payroll accounts and maintaining accurate records.
    • Responding to employee inquiries regarding payroll.

    SKILLS AND TOOLS

    Soft Skills

    • Attention to detail
    • Time management
    • Communication skills
    • Integrity
    • Problem-solving abilities
    • Adaptability
    • Confidentiality
    • Empathy

    Hard Skills

    • Payroll processing
    • Calculation of wages, taxes, and deductions
    • Knowledge of payroll software
    • Understanding of tax regulations
    • Record-keeping
    • Attention to legal compliance

    Tools

    ADP Workforce Now, Gusto, or Paychex 70%
    Kronos, BambooHR, or TSheets 90%
    QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage 80%

    Education

    Common Educational Backgrounds and Careers for this Role:

    • Public Accounting
    • Business administration
    • Forensic Finance
    • Bookkeeping Certificate
    • Associate’s Degree
    • Bachelor’s Degree
    • Business Management
    • Payroll Certification
    • Human Resources
    • 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.