A Payroll Officer specialising in ensuring that your team get their correct compensation. They will help bring new employees into the payroll system, track and log employee hours and update any needed information when there is a status change. They will also be in charge of ensuring bonuses or reductions are correctly enforced.
Essential parts of a Payroll Officer’s job description:
- A Payroll Officer will work closely with Accountants and the finance department to ensure all payments are tracked and filed correctly.
- They will also work closely with HR Departments to ensure they are updated on new starters details or status changes within the company.
- A Payroll Officer will be able to streamline payment processes by evaluating any blockers or bottleheads in the current process.
- Payroll Officers are able to be employed in all businesses but are typically found in businesses with a higher headcount.