Adelaide

Payroll Clerk

A Payroll Clerk processes wage and salary payments for employees in both large and small businesses. You’ll collect information from timesheets or electronic sign-in systems to determine payments and you’ll have to calculate things like overtime, shift allowances, superannuation contributions and tax deductions. Payroll Clerks need to maintain employee records and may have to respond to enquiries about employee payments.

Payroll Clerks need to be able to follow correct procedures to ensure all staff are paid correctly. You’ll need to have good attention to detail and be skilled in a range of administrative tasks. Payroll Clerks will usually use electronic payment systems so you’ll have to be able to work with technology. You’ll need a strong understanding of current industrial awards relating to your workplace.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $85,800
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a payroll clerk?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
FNS40222

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

Online
6 - 24 months
$4,775 - $8,465
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS30322

Certificate III in Accounts Administration

Blended, Online
4 - 12 months
$0 - $5,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS50422

Diploma of Payroll Services

Online
12 months
$0 - $4,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer BAS Agent Payroll Clerk
BSB40120

Certificate IV in Business (Finance)

Online
12 - 18 months
$1,295 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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