Payroll Secretary Career

*A job as a Payroll Secretary falls under the broader career category of Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for 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.


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Payroll and Timekeeping Clerk Career

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Required Education



Bachelor's Degree usually needed for this career