Payroll Expert

Skills Needed

Payroll specialists must have good communication skills to interact appropriately with clients, HR staff and other employees to meet their needs. They must have strong organizational skills and be self-motivated to keep deadlines on tight schedules while ensuring wages are issued accurately and timely.

Responsibilities Needed

Payroll specialists are responsible for making sure employees are paid accurately and on time. They manage payroll functions, including calculating employee paychecks, withholding taxes, and any other deductions, as well as maintaining accurate payroll records for businesses, governments, and nonprofit organizations.

Qualifications & Competencies

High School diploma or equivalent required.
2-4 years of payroll processing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, preferred.
Should be familiar with payroll software and payroll reports.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.