Payroll Accountant Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Payroll Accountant:

An Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) will be advantageous.
A minimum of two years' experience as a Payroll Accountant, or in a similar role.
Experience in preparing payroll and tax reports, as well as answering payroll inquiries.
Ability to maintain and update employees' payroll files.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency in Payroll Software, such as BrightPay and Payroll Mate.
Extensive experience in preparing ledger entries and processing payments.
In-depth knowledge of applicable tax laws.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Payroll Accountant skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Payroll Accountant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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