O*NET-SOC 43-3051.00

Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

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.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Verify attendance, hours worked, and pay adjustments, and post information onto designated records.Core2519
Process and issue employee paychecks and statements of earnings and deductions.Core2515
Compute wages and deductions, and enter data into computers.Core2516
Prepare and file payroll tax returns.Supplemental23954
Process paperwork for new employees and enter employee information into the payroll system.Core18562
Prepare and balance period-end reports, and reconcile issued payrolls to bank statements.Core2528
Review time sheets, work charts, wage computation, and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies.Core2518
Distribute and collect timecards each pay period.Core2526
Record employee information, such as exemptions, transfers, and resignations, to maintain and update payroll records.Core2520
Issue and record adjustments to pay related to previous errors or retroactive increases.Core2521
Compile statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts, and submit them to appropriate departments.Supplemental2529
Keep track of leave time, such as vacation, personal, and sick leave, for employees.Core18563
Balance cash and payroll accounts.Supplemental20901
Compile employee time, production, and payroll data from time sheets and other records.Core2517
Keep informed about changes in tax and deduction laws that apply to the payroll process.Core2522
Complete time sheets showing employees' arrival and departure times.Core2524
Complete, verify, and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits, such as pension plans, and unemployment and medical insurance.Supplemental2527
Provide information to employees and managers on payroll matters, tax issues, benefit plans, and collective agreement provisions.Core2523
Train employees on organizations' timekeeping systems.Supplemental20902
Conduct verifications of employment.Core18564
Coordinate special programs, such as United Way campaigns, that involve payroll deductions.Supplemental2530

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 64 examples in 15 categories, 11 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Human resources software

ADP Enterprise HR
API Navigator
Human resource management software HRMS
Human Resource MicroSystems HR Entre
Oracle HRISIn Demand
Payroll softwareIn Demand
Sage HRMS
Ultimate Software UltiPro Workplace

Time accounting software

ADP eTIME
ADP PC/Payroll
Asure Software HCM
Automated payroll software
Automated timekeeping software
BMH Open4 Payroll
CyberShift Workforce Management 3G Time and Attendance
EBS On Line InstaPay
Galaxy Technologies TimeStar Enterprise
isolved Time
Jantek Jupiter Time Attendance
Kronos Workforce Payroll
Kronos Workforce TimekeeperHot TechnologyIn Demand
Microsoft Great Plains Personal Data Keeper
NuView EBS
Oracle PeopleSoft Payroll for North America
Paychex payroll software
PayData Advanced HR
PDS Vista
RSM McGladrey Clear Pay
SAP Americas mySAP ERP Human Capital Management HCM
TimePlus Payroll
UNITIME
Virtual Software Virtual Timecard
WorkForce Software EmpCenter Time and Attendance

Data base user interface and query software

ADP Workforce NowIn Demand
Data entry software
Microsoft AccessHot Technology

Compliance software

BSI ComplianceFactory

Electronic mail software

Email software
IBM Notes
MicroFocus GroupWise
Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Accounting software

Fund accounting software
Intuit QuickBooksHot Technology
Penta software
Quicken
Sage 50 Accounting
Tax software

Business intelligence and data analysis software

IBM Cognos Impromptu

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

Microsoft Dynamics
Microsoft Dynamics GP
NetSuite ERP
Oracle Fusion Applications
Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
Oracle PeopleSoftHot Technology
SAP softwareHot Technology
Workday softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Internet browser software

Netscape Navigator
Web browser software

Financial analysis software

Oracle E-Business Suite Financials

Data base reporting software

SAP Crystal Reports

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Calculate financial data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Processing Information

Check data for recording errors.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Compile data or documentation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Reconcile records of sales or other financial transactions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Verify employee information.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Maintain current knowledge related to work activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Working with Computers

Enter information into databases or software programs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare financial documents.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 2 of 2 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- Augments 2
- Harvest automationclaudeskills.infoAugments
- Latex documentndpvt-web/latex-document-skill317 installsAugments
  Gen Agent Trust Hub Fail
  Runlayer Fail
  Snyk Warn
  Socket Pass
  ZeroLeaks Pass
Prepare research or technical reports.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Record personnel information.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions, or regulatory compliance.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Provide information to coworkers.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Train others in operational procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Coordinate operational activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Performing Administrative Activities

File documents or records.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Execute sales or other financial transactions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Distribute materials to employees or customers.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill1 of 17

Distinct tools2

Level mix

Augments 2

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.