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Job Activities

Learn about the most important job activities for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each job activity.
Importance*More Info
1.Processing Information87
2.Documenting/Recording Information84
3.Performing Administrative Activities83
4.Getting Information82
5.Interacting With Computers80
6.Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships71
7.Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates70
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work70
9.Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge60
10.Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards58
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed

Job Activity Scores

Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
87
61
Tabulate the costs of parcel deliveriesCalculate the adjustments for insurance claimsCompile data for a complex scientific report
Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
84
50
Record the weights of trucks that use the highwaysDocument the results of a crime scene investigationMaintain information about the use of orbiting satellites for private industry communications
Performing Administrative Activities
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
83
58
Complete routine paperwork on standard formsComplete tax forms required of self-employed peopleServe as the benefits director for a large computer sales organization
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
82
49
Follow a standard blueprintReview a budgetStudy international tax laws
Interacting With Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
80
45
Enter employee information into a computer databaseWrite software for keeping track of parts in inventorySet up a new computer system for a large multinational company
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
71
64
Exchange greetings with a coworkerMaintain good working relationships with almost all coworkers and clientsGain cooperation from a culturally diverse group of executives hostile to your company
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
70
53
Write brief notes to othersReport the results of a sales meeting to a supervisorCreate a videotaped presentation of a company's internal policies
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
70
60
Organize a work schedule that is repetitive and easy to planPlan and organize your own activities that often changePrioritize and plan multiple tasks several months ahead
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
60
49
Keep up with price changes in a small retail storeKeep current on changes in maintenance procedures for repairing sports carsLearn information related to a complex and rapidly changing technology
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
58
42
Review forms for completenessEvaluate a complicated insurance claim for compliance with policy termsMake a ruling in court on a complicated motion