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Form of work Payroll Assistant Responsibilities:
Gathering and examining timesheets to ensure their validity.
Capturing approved annual and sick leave.
Ensuring that compensation for overtime work is calculated at the appropriate rate and that annual leave is calculated accordingly, if applicable.
Preparing and distributing hard copy or electronic paychecks.
Performing all tasks well before the pay run to ensure that staff members are compensated and notified on time.
Addressing queries about payroll-related issues.
Working to resolve discrepancies in payments as a matter of urgency.
Payroll Assistant Requirements:
High school diploma.
Completion of a bookkeeping or similar course is highly advantageous.
Familiarity with payroll software.
Excellent data entry, data cleaning, and math skills.
Knowledge of legislation and procedures pertaining to salary deductions.
Capacity to keep track of numerous ongoing tasks.
Adherence to all prescribed ethical guidelines, including confidentiality.
Strong sense of integrity.
