Unit of competency Outline

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Process payroll

Process payroll

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBHRM416
State Code
OCG27
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/03/2021
Field of Education
080101 - Accounting
Original Release Date
16/03/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to process payroll from provided data using manual and computerised payroll systems.The unit 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 relevant stakeholder
  • 1.2 Enter employee pay period details in payroll system according to organisational requirements
  • 1.3 Calculate individual employee’s payment according to employee source data
2. Prepare payroll
  • 2.1 Prepare payroll according to organisational policy and procedures and designated timelines
  • 2.2 Reconcile total wages for pay period, check and correct irregularities or refer to relevant stakeholder for resolution
  • 2.3 Make arrangements for payment according to organisational and individual requirements
  • 2.4 Obtain authorisation of payroll and individual pay advice according to organisational requirements
  • 2.5 Produce, check and store payroll records according to 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 according to organisational and legislative requirements
  • 3.2 Provide payroll information according to 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 according to organisational policy and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUK24 BSBFIA302 Process payroll Unit of competency