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Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Salaries
in Lake Charles, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.69 – $26.06
Average Annual Pay
Range: $49,275 – $54,203
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$29.61
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$27.09
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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
$21.14/hr
Range: $20.14 - $22.15
Annual Rate
$43,978
Range: $41,884 - $46,073
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.87/hr
Range: $23.69 - $26.06
Annual Rate
$51,739
Range: $49,275 - $54,203
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.60/hr
Range: $27.24 - $29.97
Annual Rate
$59,500
Range: $56,666 - $62,333
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

