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Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Salaries
in California, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $30.78 – $33.86
Average Annual Pay
Range: $64,022 – $70,425
Salaries for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks near California
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$23.51
27.3%Lower than Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in California, CA
Alaska, AK
$29.61
8.4%Lower than Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in California, CA
Arizona, AZ
$27.09
16.2%Lower than Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in California, CA
Arkansas, AR
$25.64
20.7%Lower than Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in California, CA
Connecticut, CT
$31.78
1.7%Lower than Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in California, CA
How much do Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$27.47/hr
Range: $26.16 - $28.78
Annual Rate
$57,140
Range: $54,419 - $59,861
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.32/hr
Range: $30.78 - $33.86
Annual Rate
$67,224
Range: $64,022 - $70,425
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.17/hr
Range: $35.40 - $38.94
Annual Rate
$77,308
Range: $73,625 - $80,989
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks job description
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks professionals provide essential administrative support in office environments. They handle correspondence, maintain records, and coordinate office activities to ensure smooth business operations.
- •Manage correspondence and communications
- •Maintain accurate records and files
- •Schedule appointments and meetings
- •Process documents and data entry
- •Greet visitors and answer phones
- •Support other staff members
- •Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)
- •Organizational skills
- •Communication skills
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Customer service
- •High school diploma required
- •Associate degree preferred
- •Previous office experience
- •Typing speed 40+ WPM

