Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Jobs Pay in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$42.79
33.7%Above national average
Range: $40.75 – $44.83
Average Annual Pay
$88,998
33.7%Above national average
Range: $84,760 – $93,236
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:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$36.37/hr
Range: $34.64 – $38.11
Annual Rate
$75,648
Range: $72,046 – $79,251
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$42.79/hr
Range: $40.75 – $44.83
Annual Rate
$88,998
Range: $84,760 – $93,236
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$49.21/hr
Range: $46.86 – $51.55
Annual Rate
$102,348
Range: $97,474 – $107,221
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.
Responsibilities
- •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
Skills
- •Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)
- •Organizational skills
- •Communication skills
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Customer service
Qualifications
- •High school diploma required
- •Associate degree preferred
- •Previous office experience
- •Typing speed 40+ WPM
