Nature of the Work
  • Payroll and timekeeping clerks compile and post employee time and payroll data.
  • They ensure that employees are paid on time and that their paychecks are accurate.
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Job Outlook
  • Increased automation of the payroll and timekeeping process, and the use of computer software that allows employees to update and record their own payroll and timekeeping information, will decrease the need for payroll and timekeeping clerks.
  • Those who have completed a certification program, indicating that they can handle more complex payroll issues, will have an advantage in the job market.
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Related Occupations
  • Bill and account collectors; Billing and posting clerks and machine operators; Bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks.
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Required Degrees
  • High School Diploma with Computer Skills
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This career information is drawn from data provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.  
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