Payroll Administrator
Compile and record employee time and payroll data. May compute employees' time worked, production, and commission. May compute and post wages and deductions, or prepare paychecks.
At a Glance
Payroll Administrator earns an average of $42,640/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.5–2.5 years. Top skills: Accounting, Payroll Processing, Detail Oriented.
$42,640/yr
High school or GED
1.5–2.5 years
10
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks
Median Wage
$55,290/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-16.7%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (15)
Accounting
Payroll Processing
Payroll Reporting
SAP Applications
Payroll Systems
Finance
Wage And Hour Laws
Accounts Payable
QuickBooks (Accounting Software)
Billing
Auditing
Loans
Tax Preparation
Multi-State Payroll
Voluntary Deduction Reports
Common Skills (15)
Detail Oriented
Organizational Skills
Problem Solving
Communication
Administrative Functions
Interpersonal Communications
Multitasking
Customer Service
Prioritization
Confidentiality
Decision Making
Clerical Works
Related Specializations
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