Elements and Performance Criteria
- Compile and verify payroll data
- Record payroll data
- Gross pay and deductions are accurately calculated from information contained in relevant documents
- Payments due to employees are calculated within workplace timelines
- Details of pay identifying gross and net amounts, deductions and other details are prepared for employees
- Tax is calculated in accordance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) procedures
- Periodic deductions are forwarded to nominated creditors within designated timelines
- Organise payment of wages and salaries
- Methods of payment are arranged in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
- Wages are prepared and issued within designated timelines
- Records are kept and maintained in accordance with statutory requirements
- Security procedures are followed, and confidentiality and security of information are maintained