Payroll clerks perform some or all of the following duties:
A. Maintain records of employee attendance, leave and overtime to calculate pay and benefit entitlements, in Canadian and other currencies, using manual or computerized systems
B. Prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions such as taxes, union dues, garnishments and insurance and pension plans
C. Prepare employee payments and benefit payments by cheque or electronic transfer
D. Complete, verify and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, leaves, share savings, employment and medical insurance
E. Prepare T4 statements and other statements
F. Provide information to employees on payroll matters, benefit plans and collective agreement provisions
G. Compile statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts