1 Record payroll data 1.1 Check payroll data and clarify discrepancies with designated persons

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 Record payroll data

1.1 Check payroll data and clarify discrepancies with designated persons

1.2 Enter employee pay period details and any deductions and allowances in payroll system in accordance with source documents

1.3 Calculate payment due to individual employees to reflect standard pay and variations in accordance with employee source data

2 Prepare payroll

2.1 Prepare payroll within designated timelines and in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.2 Reconcile total wages for pay period, check or correct irregularities or refer to designated persons for resolution

2.3 Make arrangements for payment in accordance with organisational and individual requirements

2.4 Obtain authorisation of payroll and individual pay advice in accordance with organisational requirements

2.5 Produce, check and store payroll records in accordance with organisational policy and security procedures

2.6 Follow security procedures for processing payroll and for maintaining payroll records

3 Handle payroll enquiries

3.1 Respond to payroll enquiries in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements

3.2 Provide information in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements

3.3 Ensure all enquiries outside area of responsibility and knowledge are referred to designated persons for resolution

3.4 Complete additional information or follow-up action within designated timelines in accordance with organisational policy and procedures