Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks
Compile and record employee time and payroll data. May compute employees' time worked, production, and commission. May compute and post wages and deductions, or prepare paychecks.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks to decrease by -15.9% between 2024 and 2034, from 159,600 to 134,300 jobs. Its estimate of 11,400 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($58,260), education (High school diploma or equivalent), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
159,600
Projected employment (2034)
134,300
Projected change (2024–2034)
-16%
Annual openings (projected average)
11,400
Pay & Preparation
$58,260
High school diploma or equivalent
None
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (3.88/5) • Active Listening (3.75/5) • Mathematics (3.25/5) • Writing (3.12/5) • Speaking (3.12/5) • Critical Thinking (3.12/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
Market data tells you what is happening.
SmartBid shows you where you fit.
Evaluate opportunities using demand, competition, client quality, and your experience—then focus your effort where you have the strongest chance to win.
Find my best opportunities