Payroll Procedures and Controls

The board of management must ensure that there are adequate procedures in place for the payment of wages to school staff and other persons being paid by the school and that statutory obligations are met.

Persons employed in the payroll function should be made aware of the sensitivity of their role and that confidentiality is required.

Detailed guidance can be found in our Purchasing Guidelines and Procedures document below.

Sample Forms & Templates

• Sample payroll procedures template
• Sample Wages/Salary amendment sheet
• New Employee Set Up Form

Further Guidance

• Payroll procedures and controls
• Applying LPT
• Keeping Payroll Records