Online Fundamental Payroll Certification Training

Gain the Skills to Manage Payroll Confidently

This online payroll training program is designed to provide you with solid skills and knowledge of payroll rules and regulations or even serve as a resource to increase and refresh your existing knowledge. The overall goal of this online payroll course is to help you learn all facets of payroll practice and management, from the basics to the intricate complexity of fringe benefits, taxation, and garnishments.

You will gain comprehensive instruction covering payroll laws, calculations, compliance, systems, and real-world payroll processing. You will also learn both theoretical knowledge and applied experience to confidently manage payroll in today's complex regulatory environment.

By completing this payroll certification program, you will gain a thorough overview of what to expect on the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) certification exam given by PayrollOrg. The payroll course concludes with a practical payroll project designed to build and demonstrate your job ready skills.

Job Outlook for Payroll Practice and Management Professionals

• According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in business and financial occupations is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations from 2024 to 2034, resulting in approximately 942,500 job openings each year on average.
• Compensation opportunities in the payroll field also remain strong. Indeed reports an average salary for payroll specialists of $63,000 annually, while senior payroll specialists earn more than $77,000 per year.
• Professionals who advance into leadership roles can earn significantly higher salaries. According to Indeed, the average salary of payroll managers is nearly $93,000 per year, with top earners exceeding $138,000 annually. Additionally, the average salary for payroll administrators is approximately $67,000 per year, with experienced professionals earning $79,000 annually.
• These favorable employment projections and competitive salaries make payroll practice and management an attractive career path for individuals interested in finance, accounting, human resources, and business operations.

Payroll Practice and Management FAQs

What is a payroll manager? What does a payroll manager do?
A payroll manager is a business, finance, and human resources professional responsible for overseeing all aspects of employee compensation. They maintain payroll records, calculate and remit taxes, balance payroll accounts, and supervise payroll staff. Payroll managers oversee end to end payroll operations to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining strict compliance with tax regulations, labor laws, and organizational policies. Their responsibilities include managing payroll processing, reconciling tax filings, administering employee deductions, and serving as the primary point of contact for payroll vendors, auditors, and internal HR and finance departments.

What is a payroll specialist? What does a payroll specialist do?
Payroll specialists oversee all aspects of timesheet and payroll processing to ensure compliance, accuracy, and on-time delivery. Specific responsibilities may vary based on the size and industry of the company the payroll specialist works for. Typically, responsibilities include preparing and issuing paper payroll checks for employees without direct deposit, collecting banking information for direct deposit setup, and processing deposits on paydays.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?
Yes. You will be ready to pass the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) exam offered by PayrollOrg and become certified in the fundamentals of payroll. (Exam not included)

Course Objectives

• Understand the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Internal Revenue Code, and other federal payroll laws governing wages, hours, and compliance
• Master the mathematics associated with calculating wages, taxes, deductions, and gross to net paychecks
• Accurately prepare and manage payroll forms and reporting requirements, including federal employment taxes, compliance filings, audits, and global payroll considerations
• Learn the fringe benefits and compensation offerings that could be given by an employer, such as health benefits, retirement plans, deferred compensation, stock options, and other employee benefits
• Understand payroll processing, systems, and internal controls from data entry through paying the employee
• Apply payroll concepts through real world calculations and a comprehensive payroll project
• Prepare to pass the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) exam offered by PayrollOrg

Prerequisites and Certification Requirements

You should be comfortable using email, navigating the internet, and performing basic calculations with a 4-function calculator, and have a general working knowledge of Word and Excel.

The FPC examination is open to all who wish to demonstrate a baseline of payroll competency. There are no eligibility requirements for the FPC examination.

Instructors

Helene K. Liatsos

Helene K. Liatsos is a consultant for small businesses, travel agencies, and home-based business startups with more than 25 years of experience. Along with a successful career in the travel industry, working with airlines, hotels, and travel agencies, Helene established her own business management company, Home Office Management Experts, and was awarded the 2004 Home-Based Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. As a QuickBooks Certified Advisor, she provides bookkeeping, payroll and QuickBooks training services. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Sherida Habersham

Sherida Habersham is an accomplished professional from Georgia at the intersection of technology, education, and service. She started her career as a software developer specializing in human resource management (HRM), payroll, and quality systems. Over her extensive career in education, Sherida has held several roles, including program lead, college professor, and division dean for business and information systems.

Sherida holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in educational psychology, a Master of Science in computer science, and a Master of Business Administration in business. With expertise in curriculum development, business systems, and instructional leadership, she is dedicated to promoting learning and development. Additionally, she has over a decade of experience as a bookkeeping and tax expert, assisting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in streamlining their operations with comprehensive bookkeeping and tax support.

Registration and Enrollment

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