Payroll Clerk Courses
A Payroll Clerk processes employee wages, maintains records, calculates payments, and responds to inquiries, ensuring accurate payroll management.
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How do I become a Payroll Clerk
Get qualified to work as a Payroll Clerk with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
BSB40120
Duration
12 months - 18 months
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On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Are you seeking a financial administration role and need specialist skills in payroll and accounts? The BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Finance) may be the ideal course for you. This nationally recognised qualification will develop your critical thinking and communication skills, while teaching you how to accurately process the organisation’s payroll and financial transactions. The course covers: advanced business writing, developing business relationships, using digital technologies, personal produc...
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12 months - 18 months
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On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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FNS50422
Study mode
Blended, Online
Level-up your career in the accounts and payroll department with the FNS50422 Diploma of Payroll Services. This nationally recognised diploma will teach you how to manage an organisation’s payroll including superannuation, health fund deductions, salary packaging, allowances, and complex termination payments. The course also covers: industrial regulations and tax systems related to payroll, setting up and operating computerised accounting and payroll systems, working in the financial services industry. En...
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Blended, Online
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FNS30322
Duration
4 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get the skills you need to become an accounts or payroll officer with the FNS30322 Certificate III in Accounts Administration. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to design spreadsheets, use computerised accounting and payroll applications, process financial transactions, produce interim reports, balance accounts and ledgers, communicate with co-workers and supervisors. The course also covers: payroll, records management, reconciliations and more. Enquire now for entry requirements...
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4 months - 24 months
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FNSTPB412
The FNSTPB412 Establish and Maintain Payroll Systems unit covers skills and knowledge necessary for recording, preparing, and managing payroll documentation. It includes responding to inquiries and processing payroll data in both manual and computerised systems. This unit is relevant for individuals, including BAS agents, who employ various organisational techniques. They may work within organisations, as small business owners, contractors, or service providers. The unit meets educational standards set by...
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How much does a Payroll Clerk earn?
In Australia, a full time Payroll Clerk generally earns $1,650 per week ($85,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Payroll Clerk?
The number of people working as a Payroll Clerk has grown very strongly in recent years. There are currently 40,000 people employed in this role in Australia compared to 33,000 five years ago. Payroll Clerks may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Payroll Clerk?
If you’re interested in a career as a Payroll Clerk you could enrol in a Certificate III in Accounts Administration. This course will provided the knowledge and skills you need to process employment payments and maintain employee records. You could also enrol in a Certificate III in Business or a Certificate III in Business Administration.
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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.
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