Welcome to Exploring the Field of U.S. Payroll, the fifth and final course in ADP's Entry-level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate program. This comprehensive course examines the nuances and challenges of payroll operations across various business structures and industries. Learners will gain invaluable insights into the unique payroll considerations for restaurants, non-profit organizations, and global workforces. Additionally, the course emphasizes the importance of accounting principles, recordkeeping requirements, and effective troubleshooting strategies for resolving payroll issues and discrepancies.
Exploring the Field of U.S. Payroll
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Exploring the Field of U.S. Payroll
This course is part of ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate
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11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Analyze how different business structures, such as restaurants and non-profits, influence payroll processes and complexities.
Explore the role of accounting principles, terminology, and recordkeeping requirements in payroll operations.
Develop a systematic approach to identify and resolve payroll-related issues and errors, ensuring compliance and preventing future occurrences.
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module will explore the different ways a business can be structured and discuss the payroll considerations unique to restaurants and non-profits.
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6 videos7 readings2 assignments3 discussion prompts
This module will lay out the best practices for customer service within a payroll department and discuss relevant accounting and recordkeeping best practices.
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9 videos6 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module will explore the basic payroll considerations surrounding expatriate and non-citizen works.
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2 videos3 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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