Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 4:59 AM AWST

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Process payroll

Process payroll

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBFIA302
State Code
AUK24
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
080101 - Accounting
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to process payroll from provided data using manual and computerised payroll systems.It applies to individuals employed in a range of work environments who are responsible for payroll functions within an organisation. They may work as individuals providing administrative support within an enterprise, or may be other members of staff who have been delegated payroll responsibilities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
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 followup action within designated timelines in accordance with organisational policy and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0702 BSBFIA302A Process payroll Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCG27 BSBHRM416 Process payroll Unit of competency